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Aug152024 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Global warming has consistently toppled records for warm global average temperatures in recent decades: Recent Study Reveals

The 13-month streak of record-breaking global temperatures has come to an end, with July 2024 seeing a slight cooling compared to July 2023, according to the EU's Copernicus Climate Change Service. From June 2023 until June 2024, both air and ocean surface water temperatures were on average a quarter of a degree Celsius higher than previous records, a significant jump that highlights the ongoing threat of climate change. Global Warming Behind Record Heat The recent streak was driven largely by climate change, primarily caused by the burning of fossil fuels. July 2024 was still 1.48°C warmer than the pre-industrial average for the month, with about 1.3°C of that increase attributable to long-term global warming. The warmest global air temperature recorded during this period was in Dec...

Aug142024 by Editor DeskNo Comments

New Study Warns of Imminent Tipping Points Through Climate Change on a Precipice

Breaking News, Climate Actions

The Earth's climate is teetering on the edge, and uncertainty looms over which direction it will fall. A recent study from climate scientists at the University of Potsdam in Germany reveals that surpassing the Paris Agreement's primary goal could trigger a cascade of irreversible tipping points, pushing the planet into uncharted and potentially catastrophic territory. Led by researchers Tessa Möller and Annika Ernest Högner, the study investigates four critical tipping points: the collapse of the Atlantic Ocean's main current system, the Amazon rainforest, the Greenland ice sheet, and the West Antarctic Ice Sheet. These systems are integral to maintaining the planet's climate stability, and their failure could accelerate global warming beyond control. The findings come at a crucial j...

Aug142024 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Study Finds Climate Change Intensifies Deadly Landslides in Kerala’s Wayanad District

Breaking News, Disasters

A new study reveals that the deadly landslides in Kerala's ecologically fragile Wayanad district were triggered by intense rainfall, made 10 percent heavier by climate change. Conducted by a global team of scientists from India, Sweden, the US, and the UK, the study warns that such events are likely to become more frequent as the climate continues to warm. The research, conducted by the World Weather Attribution (WWA) group, utilized climate models with high resolution to accurately assess rainfall in Wayanad. The results indicate that the intensity of rainfall has already increased by 10 percent due to human-caused climate change. The models also predict a further increase of 4 percent in rainfall intensity if the average global temperature rises by two degrees Celsius above the 1850-1...

Aug132024 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Urban Growth Intensifies Drought Conditions: New Study Reveals How Cities Like Sydney Are Increasing Water Stress and Heat

Breaking News, Environment

A groundbreaking study from China has uncovered alarming evidence that the rapid growth of cities worldwide is significantly contributing to more intense drought conditions, particularly in urban areas. This phenomenon is exacerbating urban heat and water stress, highlighting the urgent need to rethink how we design and build our cities to ensure they are more livable and resilient in the face of climate change. The study, which analyzed an extensive 40 years of weather station data from both urban and rural regions across the globe, reveals a stark connection between urbanization and worsening drought conditions. The findings indicate that larger cities with less green cover are experiencing even more severe droughts, with the Greater Sydney region being one of the most affected. Sy...

Aug122024 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Antarctic Polar Vortex Faces Unprecedented Instability, Raising Global Weather Concerns

Breaking News, Climate Actions, Learning & Developments

The Antarctic polar vortex, a typically stable mass of cold air swirling above Antarctica, is showing alarming signs of instability, with the potential to split for the first time in over two decades. This unprecedented situation could lead to significant warming in Antarctica and trigger extreme weather patterns, including unusually hot and dry summers in Australia and South America, according to recent reports from the New Scientist. This year, the polar vortex has weakened dramatically, with wind speeds plummeting to unprecedented levels. This weakening has allowed cold air to escape from Antarctica while warmer air has moved in, causing the vortex to shift from its usual position. As a result, regions in Australia, New Zealand, and South America have experienced unusually cold weath...

Aug112024 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Ganga Rivers has Likely Altered their Course due to the mega earthquake occured in 2,500 Years Ago: New Study Reveals

Breaking News, Disasters, Environment, Idea & Innovations

In a groundbreaking discovery, researchers have revealed that an earthquake approximately 2,500 years ago may have caused the Ganga River to abruptly change its course. This seismic event, which was previously undocumented, is believed to have been of a magnitude 7-8 and could have significantly altered the landscape of present-day Bangladesh. The study, published in the journal Nature Communications, suggests that the earthquake was powerful enough to reroute the main channel of the Ganga, one of the most significant rivers in the world. The Ganga, which originates in the Himalayas, eventually merges with other major rivers, including the Brahmaputra and the Meghna, before flowing into the Bay of Bengal. This river system forms the world’s second-largest delta, surpassed only by the Am...

Aug102024 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Harnessing AI to Predict and Mitigate Climate-Induced Displacement: Study Reveals

Breaking News, Climate Actions

As the planet faces escalating climate change, extreme weather events like floods, storms, and landslides are forcing millions to abandon their homes and livelihoods. Understanding and anticipating these disaster-driven displacements has become more crucial than ever. To tackle this challenge, researchers are turning to a groundbreaking tool: machine learning. This sophisticated form of artificial intelligence (AI) is not just predicting displacement but also holds the potential to mitigate its impacts, transforming how we respond to the growing crisis. What Drives Forced Displacements? When we think of climate change, images of melting ice caps and drought-stricken lands often come to mind. Yet, another pressing consequence is the forced displacement of human populations due to inte...

Aug92024 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Monsoon Havoc in Himachal Pradesh 100 Lives Lost, Traffic Disrupted as Heavy Rains Continue

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Himachal Pradesh is reeling under the impact of relentless monsoon rains that have claimed 100 lives since June 27 and caused widespread disruption. Since the onset of the monsoon on June 27, heavy rains have taken 100 lives in Himachal Pradesh, as the state grapples with ongoing weather challenges. As of Thursday, traffic remains severely impacted, with 97 roads closed across various districts, according to state officials. The Meteorological Department has issued an 'orange' warning for Saturday, forecasting heavy to very heavy rainfall, accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning, in Kangra, Mandi, Shimla, and Sirmaur districts. The state emergency operation center reported various causes of fatalities: 30 people died after falling from heights, 23 in accidental drownings, 14 from...

Aug82024 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Venus and Earth A Tale of Twin Planets with Divergent Destinies: Study Says

Breaking News, Environment

Venus and Earth often referred to as planetary twins, have evolved into starkly contrasting worlds. While Earth is lush and life-sustaining, Venus is a hostile environment with toxic clouds, acid rain, crushing atmospheric pressure, and searing temperatures. Despite their superficial similarities, these differences run deep. Unlike Earth, Venus lacks tectonic plates the shifting, grinding sections of Earth's crust that play a crucial role in maintaining its climate and fostering the continents. This absence of tectonic activity on Venus has been a significant factor in the divergence between the two planets. However, the geological past of Venus remains a mystery, particularly the formation of its oldest surface regions, known as tesserae. Recent research by scientists, including geo...

Aug72024 by Editor DeskNo Comments

How Climate Change Impacing Infrasturcture: Heatwaves Cause Major Problems for U.S. Infrastructure Study reveals

Breaking News, Climate Actions

New York's Third Avenue Bridge got stuck for hours when its metal expanded in the heat, preventing it from closing. Roads have buckled on hot days in several states, including Washington and Wisconsin. Amtrak warned passengers about heat-related problems, leading to a daylong outage between New York and New Jersey. High temperatures pose a growing risk to power lines and rails, causing delays for the train system. The worsening heat is hitting an already troubled U.S. infrastructure system. The American Society of Civil Engineers gave U.S. infrastructure a grade of C- in its 2021 report. Despite some improvements, such as a reduction in the number of poor-condition bridges from over 12% to 7.5% in a decade, many bridges remain old and hard to maintain. Forty percent of the road system i...