Human-caused climate change has made Spain’s rainfall about 12 percent heavier and doubled the likelihood of storms as intense as this week’s deluge in Valencia. This is according to a rapid but partial analysis released on Thursday by World Weather Attribution, a group of international scientists who study global warming’s role in extreme weather events.
The recent downpour in Valencia caused significant disruption, highlighting the tangible impacts of climate change on weather patterns. The findings suggest that as global temperatures rise, the atmosphere holds more moisture, leading to heavier rainfall events.
World Weather Attribution’s analysis underscores the need for urgent action to mitigate climate change and adapt to its effects. The increased frequency and intensity of such storms not only affect Spain but are indicative of a global trend that could have far-reaching implications, including in regions across Asia.
Communities worldwide are being urged to prepare for more severe weather events. The study emphasizes the importance of international cooperation in addressing climate change to prevent further escalation of extreme weather phenomena.
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Climate change makes Spain floods heavier and more likely, experts say
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