A new study has provided evidence showing that human activities have made global rainfall more volatile over the past century.
Published on Friday in the journal Science, the study was conducted by researchers from the Institute of Atmospheric Physics (IAP) of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, and the UK Met Office. This collaborative research highlights the significant impact human actions have had on the planet’s climate systems.
The study reveals a systematic increase in rainfall variability since the 1900s, ranging from global to regional scales and from daily to intraseasonal timescales. This means that not only have overall rainfall patterns changed, but the frequency and intensity of rainfall events have become more unpredictable.
The increase in variability poses challenges for global communities, particularly in sectors such as agriculture, water resource management, and disaster preparedness. Regions may face heightened risks of both droughts and floods due to these fluctuations.
This research underscores the importance of understanding human influence on climate and the need for strategies to mitigate adverse effects. It also emphasizes the significance of international cooperation in addressing climate change and developing sustainable solutions.
As global weather patterns continue to evolve, studies like this are crucial for informing policy-making and helping societies adapt to the changing environment.
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Study shows human-caused rise in rainfall variability past century
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