Behind extreme global weather: Destructive storms, heat waves, record temperatures
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Record heat waves, unusually destructive storms – extreme global weather phenomena are increasingly more common, disrupting lives and inflicting damage. The World Meteorological Organization did report periods of extreme heat are becoming more frequent, more intense and longer lasting. This summer, deadly heat waves hit Europe, with the continent reeling from record temperatures and wildfires. In the United States, July this year was the hottest July ever recorded, with the highest temperatures across the country. In Asia, Typhoon Dolphin and Typhoon Bavi have spawned strong winds and heavy rainfall. So, what's driving these changes? How can countries improve early-warning systems toward greater resilience? 00:00 - Intro 00:43 - Disruptive El Niño a global weather disturbance 01:23 - Impact of warmer planet in next decades 05:29 - Uncertainty over long-term weather predictions 07:42 - Opportunity for transition away from fossil fuel 09:03 - Adaptation: Nature protection to help cool d
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