Austria’s First Littering Report Shows 15,000 Tons Of Waste
Austria’s first littering report shows 15,000 tons of waste yearly, with cigarette butts leading and cleanup costs hitting €200 million.
Klosterneuburg: 200 Passengers Evacuated After Storm
A storm in Tulln caused flash floods in St. Andrä-Wördern and halted a train in Klosterneuburg, forcing the evacuation of 200 passengers.
Austria Backs Postponing EU 2040 Climate Decision
Austria and EU states push 2040 climate target vote to October, sparking criticism from Greens and activists over delays.
Study: Cooling Demand in Austria May Double by 2050
Austria’s cooling demand could more than double by 2050, with cities facing up to 319 hot days a year, a new climate study warns.
Austria Research Maps Future Wildfire Hotspots
IIASA’s FLAM model maps future wildfire hotspots in Austria, urging active forest management as climate change drives higher fire risk.
Up to 36°C: Hot Days Ahead Across Austria
Austria’s next heatwave is here: up to 36°C, sunny skies, and only light storms expected by Tuesday.
Tyrol: Zams Launches Major Inn River Revitalization Project
Zams to restore Inn River habitat with €1.6M project, creating biodiversity zones and a new local recreation area.
Vienna Issues Grilling and Fire Ban
Vienna bans grilling and open fires in public areas due to wildfire risk; private BBQs allowed only outside danger zones.
Austria Faces 38 °C Heatwave Next Week
Austria will hit 38 °C next week. Heat warnings from Vienna to Vorarlberg—stay cool, hydrate, and watch for afternoon storms west.
Lightning Fires Break Out in Tyrol After Hailstorms
Lightning strikes ignited a Wörgl home and Kössen barn amid hailstorms; Tyrol saw 150 fire calls, Lower Austria 80, and farms lost €9 M in damaged crops.