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Climate Models Underestimate Extreme Weather Risk to Britain

A new study reveals that errors in climate models have underestimated the North Atlantic Oscillation's (NAO) potential impact on Britain, predicting unprecedented levels of extreme weather—including floods and storms—by 2100 due to amplified effects of water vapor under high-emissions scenarios.

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Climate Whiplash Hits 17 Major Cities Amidst Global Weather Extremes

A report analyzing 112 major cities reveals that climate change is causing 17 to experience "climate whiplash"—frequent swings between extreme wet and dry conditions—while 24 have undergone dramatic shifts from dry to wet or vice versa in the last 20 years, impacting billions and worsening existing ...

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Climate Whiplash Intensifies Global Extremes

Climate whiplash, the rapid shift between extreme wet and dry weather intensified by climate change, is causing more severe wildfires (as seen in Los Angeles), floods, and droughts in at least 17 major cities globally, threatening food security, infrastructure, and lives.

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Cyclone Alfred Forces Australian Election Postponement

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese postponed the planned April 12 election due to Cyclone Alfred, prioritizing disaster relief over political campaigning, a decision influenced by past political missteps in similar situations.

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Bahía Blanca Floods: 16 Dead, Hundreds Missing After Unprecedented Rainfall

Unprecedented rainfall caused catastrophic flooding in Bahía Blanca, Argentina, resulting in at least 16 deaths, over 100 missing persons, and widespread damage, prompting criticism of the government's response.

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Torrential Rains in Bahia Blanca, Argentina, Cause 16 Deaths, Widespread Damage

Torrential rains in Bahia Blanca, Argentina, caused at least 16 deaths, over 1,200 displacements, and €370 million in damages; 100 people remain missing, including two young girls swept away by floodwaters.

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Climate Change Cripples Greek Agriculture

Intense rainfall, drought, and extreme heat are severely impacting Greek agriculture, causing significant production losses and necessitating shifts in cultivation zones, as evidenced by a 50% rainfall decrease in some areas in 2024 and damaged crops.

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Climate Change Intensifies Extreme Weather in 17 Global Cities

A new study reveals that 17 cities worldwide have experienced intensified extreme weather events—both wet and dry—due to climate change, impacting water access, sanitation, and food security, with cities in developing nations being particularly vulnerable.

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Extreme Weather Disrupts Education of 242 Million Students Globally

Extreme weather events in 2024 disrupted the education of 242 million students globally, predominantly in low-income countries, causing significant learning loss and highlighting the urgent need for climate-resilient education systems.

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242 Million Students Globally Affected by Extreme Weather Disruptions in 2024

Extreme weather events disrupted the education of 242 million students globally in 2024, with the majority in low-income countries facing additional challenges like school closures and displacement, highlighting the urgent need for climate-resilient education systems.

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Cyclone Alfred Causes Severe Beach Erosion in Australia

Ex-tropical cyclone Alfred severely eroded beaches in NSW and Queensland, removing up to 30 meters of sand; authorities plan to restore tourist beaches, but dune recovery could take years, highlighting the increasing risk of stronger weather events linked to climate change.

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Record Rainfall from Cyclone Alfred Causes Devastating Brisbane Floods

Cyclone Alfred caused record flooding in Brisbane, exceeding previous flood levels by up to 220 millimeters, leaving 200,000 properties without power and prompting over 3600 calls for help to the State Emergency Service.

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