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News in English (USA) / 19.03.2025 / 08:00

Climate Crisis Escalates as 2024 Sets New Temperature Records and Confronts Unprecedented Disasters

The world is witnessing unprecedented climate changes as 2024 is confirmed as the hottest year on record, with atmospheric carbon dioxide levels reaching an 800,000-year high. The United Nations reports a staggering number of over 150 climate-related disasters this year, resulting in the largest displacement of people due to extreme weather since 2008. A major scientific report warns that the Earth is perilously close to surpassing the critical 1.5°C temperature threshold established by the Paris Agreement. This alarming trend poses severe risks to lives, economies, and natural ecosystems, emphasizing the urgent need for global action on climate change amidst rising sea levels and significant ice loss.
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