Earth Records Hottest Days in Modern History
Global temperatures hit unprecedented highs twice in two days, highlighting rapid climate change.
- Monday, July 22, 2024, marked the hottest day on Earth since modern recordkeeping began.
- The global average temperature reached 17.16°C, surpassing the previous day's record of 17.09°C.
- Scientists attribute the extreme temperatures to human-induced climate change and ongoing El Niño conditions.
- The rapid warming trend is evident, with each of the last 13 months being the hottest on record for their respective months.
- Experts warn that without significant reductions in greenhouse gas emissions, record-breaking temperatures will continue.
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