Connection to Climate Change: Climate change refers to long-term shifts in global or regional climate patterns, and it is associated with an increase in the frequency and intensity of extreme weather events.
Extreme Heatwaves: Rising global temperatures contribute to more frequent and severe heatwaves, impacting ecosystems, agriculture, and human health.
Intense Storms: Climate change is linked to an increase in the intensity and frequency of tropical storms, hurricanes, and typhoons, leading to more destructive storm surges and flooding.
Changing Precipitation Patterns: Altered climate conditions result in changes to precipitation patterns, causing more intense and prolonged periods of rainfall or, conversely, contributing to droughts.
Sea Level Rise: The melting of polar ice caps and glaciers, driven by global warming, leads to rising sea levels, exacerbating the impact of storm surges and coastal flooding during extreme weather events.
Wildfires: Extended periods of high temperatures and altered precipitation patterns contribute to the increased frequency and severity of wildfires in various regions.
Impact on Ecosystems: Extreme weather events, exacerbated by climate change, can disrupt ecosystems, leading to shifts in biodiversity, habitat loss, and ecosystem degradation.
Humanitarian and Economic Consequences: The intensification of extreme weather events poses significant risks to human communities, causing displacement.