{
  "id": 1650346,
  "title": "The Gilgit-Baltistan village where no one says climate change but everyone talks about the weather",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/18/the-gilgit-baltistan-village-where-no-one-says-climate-change-but",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-18T05:57:23.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Dawn",
    "slug": "dawn",
    "url": "https://www.dawn.com/news/2023638/the-gilgit-baltistan-village-where-no-one-says-climate-change-but-everyone-talks-about-the-weather"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Growing up, people in Gilgit-Baltistan believed the year started in July. For them, summer meant returning home after months apart. Summer was a time of gathering with family, enjoying the vibrant apricot trees and wheat fields, and reconnecting with loved ones. As spring arrived one year, my sister called to share the sight of snow on blooming apricot trees. This was unusual, and it marked the first time I felt something had changed. Over time, I noticed subtle shifts in weather patterns - longer winters, unexpected rain, and altered harvests. Conversations around summer began to revolve around the weather, with discussions about road conditions, glacial stability, and rainfall upstream. These conversations shaped various aspects of village life, from farming and travel to family plans. Despite the changes, summer remains a cherished season filled with cherished memories of apricot picking, family gatherings, and the return of loved ones. However, the presence of weather-related concerns has become an integral part of summer experiences. As the mountains continue to teach us about the changing seasons, we are still learning to adapt to the new realities.",
  "summary": "I grew up believing that the year truly began in July. For most children, summer meant school holidays. For us in Gilgit-Baltistan, it meant going home. We spent the rest of the year waiting for those two months. Like many families from the mountains, ours was spread across different cities for work and education. July and August brought everyone back. University students returned from Islamabad,…",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
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  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}