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Extreme Weather Is Getting Worse — Explained
Storms, heatwaves, and floods are becoming more severe. Here’s the science behind it in simple terms.
Extreme weather events are increasing in frequency and intensity, according to multiple scientific agencies.
What’s happening
- Heatwaves are breaking seasonal temperature records.
- Flood events are more severe due to infrastructure strain.
- Storm systems are forming earlier in the year.
Why it’s happening
Warmer oceans and a rising global temperature shift atmospheric patterns, creating more volatile conditions.
Why it matters
Extreme weather affects:
- food supply
- insurance markets
- disaster responses
- housing and infrastructure
Foseer will continue tracking long-term climate and weather models.