Impacts of Global Warming
Increased frequency and intensity of heatwaves, cyclones, floods, droughts, and wildfires.
The Earth may have crossed the critical 1.5º C warming threshold, leading to uncertain but potentially severe impacts.
Poor communities are particularly affected, suffering losses in lives, property, and infrastructure.
The 2023 monsoon and cyclone seasons showed erratic patterns, defying prior predictions linked to El Niño and La Niña.
Events like the underwater volcanic eruption of Hunga Tonga and wildfires contributed to increased warming and unpredictable weather.
Challenges in Predicting Future Climate Events
Current climate models struggle to accurately predict weather patterns, especially with rising temperatures and changing climate variables.
The unpredictability of phenomena such as El Niño and La Niña complicates climate forecasts.
Recent warming trends are too short to draw definitive conclusions about long-term climate behavior.
The complexity of natural climate systems may increase as global warming accelerates, making predictions even more challenging.
Different models can produce varying results, and even the same model can yield different predictions based on its configuration.
There’s a pressing need to enhance climate models using advanced technologies, including AI, to improve accuracy in predictions.
Ongoing global conflicts and their impacts on economies and societies complicate long-term climate predictions.
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