The United Nations on Tuesday (Mar 19) confirmed that the global heat records were "smashed" last year with 2023 rounding out the hottest decade on record.&nbsp;

"The state of the climate in 2023 gave ominous new significance to the phrase 'off the charts'," the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) said as it published an annual report on the global climate.&nbsp;

Rising temperatures of oceans and acidification, glaciers losing unprecedented amounts of ice, alarming greenhouse gas levels, and sea level rise, were some&nbsp;climate-related trends.&nbsp;

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The report by WMO confirmed that last year was the hottest on record, and 2014-2023 was the hottest decade ever measured.&nbsp;

The report stated that the global average near-surface temperature at 1.45°Celsius (with a margin of uncertainty of ± 0.12°C) above the pre-industrial baseline. It was the warmest ten-year period on record.&nbsp;

UN Secretary-General António Guterres said, "Sirens are blaring across all major indicators... Some records aren't just chart-topping, they're chart-busting. And changes are speeding-up."&nbsp;

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Meanwhile, WMO Secretary-General Celeste Saulo said, "Never have we been so close – albeit on a temporary basis at the moment – to the 1.5°C lower limit of the Paris Agreement on climate change. The WMO community is sounding the Red Alert to the world."&nbsp;

"Climate change is about much more than temperatures. What we witnessed in 2023, especially with the unprecedented ocean warmth, glacier retreat and Antarctic sea ice loss, is cause for particular concern," she said.&nbsp;

The report mentioned that on an average day in 2023, approximately one-third of the world's ocean was affected by a marine heatwave, threatening critical ecosystems and food systems. By the end of 2023, more than 90% of the ocean had experienced heatwaves at some point in the year.&nbsp;

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The preliminary data reveals that the global set of reference glaciers suffered the largest loss of ice on record (since 1950), driven by extreme melt in both western North America and Europe.&nbsp;

Antarctic sea ice extent was by far the lowest on record, with the maximum extent at the end of winter at 1 million sqkm&nbsp;below the previous record year.&nbsp;

"The climate crisis is THE defining challenge that humanity faces and is closely intertwined with the inequality crisis – as witnessed by growing food insecurity and population displacement, and biodiversity loss," said Saulo.&nbsp;

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The United Nations on Tuesday (Mar 19) confirmed that the global heat records were "smashed" last year with 2023 rounding out the hottest decade on record. "The state of the climate in 2023 gave ominous new significance to the phrase 'off the charts'," the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) said as it published an annual report on the global climate.

The United Nations on Tuesday (Mar 19) confirmed that the global heat records were "smashed" last year with 2023 rounding out the hottest decade on record. "The state of the climate in 2023 gave ominous new significance to the phrase 'off the charts'," the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) said as it published an annual report on the global climate. Rising temperatures of oceans and acidification, glaciers losing unprecedented amounts of ice, alarming greenhouse gas levels, and sea level rise, were some climate-related trends. Also read: Cambridge University halts funding from fossil giants amid fears of influence on research The report by WMO confirmed that last year was the hottest on record, and 2014-2023 was the hottest decade ever measured. The report stated that the global average near-surface temperature at 1.45°Celsius (with a margin of uncertainty of ± 0.12°C) above the pre-industrial baseline. It was the warmest ten-year period on record. UN Secretary-General António Guterres said, "Sirens are blaring across all major indicators... Some records aren't just chart-topping, they're chart-busting. And changes are speeding-up." Also read: Newly identified ‘heavily armoured’ crocodile ancestor walked the Earth before dinosaurs Fossil fuel pollution is sending climate chaos off the charts. Last year saw record heat, record sea levels & record ocean surface temperatures. There’s still time to throw out a lifeline to people & planet - but leaders must step up & #ActNow.https://t.co/fCGqLk0Xw6 pic.twitter.com/3uaaMJDV04 — António Guterres (@antonioguterres) March 19, 2024 × Meanwhile, WMO Secretary-General Celeste Saulo said, "Never have we been so close – albeit on a temporary basis at the moment – to the 1.5°C lower limit of the Paris Agreement on climate change. The WMO community is sounding the Red Alert to the world." "Climate change is about much more than temperatures. What we witnessed in 2023, especially with the unprecedented ocean warmth, glacier retreat and Antarctic sea ice loss, is cause for particular concern," she said. The report mentioned that on an average day in 2023, approximately one-third of the world's ocean was affected by a marine heatwave, threatening critical ecosystems and food systems. By the end of 2023, more than 90% of the ocean had experienced heatwaves at some point in the year. Watch: Dubai based Lootah Biofuels is turning used oil into Biofuel × The preliminary data reveals that the global set of reference glaciers suffered the largest loss of ice on record (since 1950), driven by extreme melt in both western North America and Europe. Antarctic sea ice extent was by far the lowest on record, with the maximum extent at the end of winter at 1 million sqkm below the previous record year. "The climate crisis is THE defining challenge that humanity faces and is closely intertwined with the inequality crisis – as witnessed by growing food insecurity and population displacement, and biodiversity loss," said Saulo. (With inputs from agencies)

UN body issues warning to world, says 2014-2023 was hottest decade on record

The El Nino weather pattern has commenced its weakening phase but is anticipated to continue influencing above-average temperatures worldwide, according to the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) on Tuesday (March 5).

El Nino, a naturally occurring phenomenon linked to disrupted wind patterns resulting in warmer ocean surface temperatures in the eastern and central Pacific, typically occurs every two to seven years.

Lasting approximately nine to 12 months, El Nino often triggers extreme weather events such as wildfires, tropical cyclones, and prolonged droughts.

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WMO spokesperson Claire Nullis stated that El Nino reached its peak in December, ranking among the five strongest occurrences in history. While gradually diminishing, it is expected to impact global climate in the upcoming months, leading to above-normal temperatures from March to May in most land areas.

WMO Secretary-General Celeste Saulo noted that El Nino had played a role in recent temperature records. Since June 2023, every month has set new temperature records, making 2023 the warmest year on record. Saulo emphasised that while El Nino contributed to these elevated temperatures, the primary culprit remains heat-trapping greenhouse gases.

The WMO indicated a 60 per cent likelihood of El Nino persisting from March to May, with an 80 per cent chance of neutral conditions (neither El Nino nor La Nina) from April to June. There is a possibility of La Nina, characterised by unusually cold Pacific Ocean temperatures, emerging later in the year, though the odds remain uncertain, as per the WMO.

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According to a analysis made earlier stated, El Nino climate event is anticipated to intensify global warming, leading to record-breaking temperatures spanning from the Amazon to Alaska in 2024.

Scientists also project that coastal regions near the Bay of Bengal, the South China Sea, India, the Philippines and the Caribbean will experience exceptional heat until June, with the potential for El Nino's influence to diminish thereafter.

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El Nino, characterised by the release of heat from the western Pacific Ocean, has historically elevated global surface temperatures and played a significant role in making 2023 the hottest year on record by a substantial margin.

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The El Nino weather pattern has commenced its weakening phase but is anticipated to continue influencing above-average temperatures worldwide, according to the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) on Tuesday (March 5).

The El Nino weather pattern has commenced its weakening phase but is anticipated to continue influencing above-average temperatures worldwide, according to the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) on Tuesday (March 5). El Nino, a naturally occurring phenomenon linked to disrupted wind patterns resulting in warmer ocean surface temperatures in the eastern and central Pacific, typically occurs every two to seven years. Lasting approximately nine to 12 months, El Nino often triggers extreme weather events such as wildfires, tropical cyclones, and prolonged droughts. Also read: El Nino predicted to cause unprecedented heat across Amazon to Alaska in 2024 WMO spokesperson Claire Nullis stated that El Nino reached its peak in December, ranking among the five strongest occurrences in history. While gradually diminishing, it is expected to impact global climate in the upcoming months, leading to above-normal temperatures from March to May in most land areas. WMO Secretary-General Celeste Saulo noted that El Nino had played a role in recent temperature records. Since June 2023, every month has set new temperature records, making 2023 the warmest year on record. Saulo emphasised that while El Nino contributed to these elevated temperatures, the primary culprit remains heat-trapping greenhouse gases. The WMO indicated a 60 per cent likelihood of El Nino persisting from March to May, with an 80 per cent chance of neutral conditions (neither El Nino nor La Nina) from April to June. There is a possibility of La Nina, characterised by unusually cold Pacific Ocean temperatures, emerging later in the year, though the odds remain uncertain, as per the WMO. Also read: El Nino could make 2024 hotter than record 2023 According to a analysis made earlier stated, El Nino climate event is anticipated to intensify global warming, leading to record-breaking temperatures spanning from the Amazon to Alaska in 2024. Scientists also project that coastal regions near the Bay of Bengal, the South China Sea, India, the Philippines and the Caribbean will experience exceptional heat until June, with the potential for El Nino's influence to diminish thereafter. Also read: Antarctica's 'Doomsday Glacier' has been losing ice since 1940s El Nino, characterised by the release of heat from the western Pacific Ocean, has historically elevated global surface temperatures and played a significant role in making 2023 the hottest year on record by a substantial margin. (With inputs from agencies)

El Nino weakens but will sustain elevated temperatures: UN weather agency

Heatwaves are expected to persist in a large part of the world throughout August, an adviser on extreme heat said on Friday, following on from record temperatures in recent weeks.

The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) said earlier this week it expected temperatures in North America, Asia, North Africa and the Mediterranean to be above 40 Celsius (104 Fahrenheit) "for a prolonged number of days this week as the heatwave intensifies".

"We should expect or at least plan for these extreme heatwaves to continue through August," Senior Extreme Heat Adviser for the WMO John Nairn told Reuters.

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Southern Europe is grappling with a record-breaking heatwave during the peak summer tourist season, prompting the authorities to warn of an increased risk of health problems and even casualties.

Extreme weather has also disrupted the lives of millions of Americans, with dangerous heat stretching from Southern California to the Deep South. Sweltering heat has also hit the Middle East.

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Nairn said climate change meant heatwaves would become more frequent and be spread across the seasons.

"We're on trend in seeing a rise in global temperatures that will contribute to heatwaves increasing in intensity and frequency," Nairn said.

"We've got quite clear indications that they're already growing out into spring."

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Some countries including the 27-member European Union are hoping all nations will agree at U.N. climate talks later this year to phase out the fossil fuel consumption that causes climate change.

Countries with oil and gas resources have opposed the idea.

"There is very strong evidence that if we were to eliminate fossil fuels, we would reduce a major contributor to what we are seeing," Nairn said.

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Heatwaves are expected to persist in a large part of the world throughout August, an adviser on extreme heat said on Friday, following on from record temperatures in recent weeks.

Heatwaves are expected to persist in a large part of the world throughout August, an adviser on extreme heat said on Friday, following on from record temperatures in recent weeks. The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) said earlier this week it expected temperatures in North America, Asia, North Africa and the Mediterranean to be above 40 Celsius (104 Fahrenheit) "for a prolonged number of days this week as the heatwave intensifies". "We should expect or at least plan for these extreme heatwaves to continue through August," Senior Extreme Heat Adviser for the WMO John Nairn told Reuters. Also Read | Biden orders 'lower stairs' on Air Force One, opts for loafers to avoid tripping Southern Europe is grappling with a record-breaking heatwave during the peak summer tourist season, prompting the authorities to warn of an increased risk of health problems and even casualties. Extreme weather has also disrupted the lives of millions of Americans, with dangerous heat stretching from Southern California to the Deep South. Sweltering heat has also hit the Middle East. Also Read | Will Ukraine war expand to other regions? Poland moving troops over Wagner risk from Belarus Nairn said climate change meant heatwaves would become more frequent and be spread across the seasons. "We're on trend in seeing a rise in global temperatures that will contribute to heatwaves increasing in intensity and frequency," Nairn said. "We've got quite clear indications that they're already growing out into spring." Watch | UK by-election results declared: Conservative party loses Selby and Ainsty × Some countries including the 27-member European Union are hoping all nations will agree at U.N. climate talks later this year to phase out the fossil fuel consumption that causes climate change. Countries with oil and gas resources have opposed the idea. "There is very strong evidence that if we were to eliminate fossil fuels, we would reduce a major contributor to what we are seeing," Nairn said. "We can't turn it around in a hurry, but we certainly can take action." WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

Extreme heatwaves to continue in many parts through August, says WMO adviser

Rapid&nbsp;international&nbsp;cooperation&nbsp;is required in order to avoid the irreversible&nbsp;impacts&nbsp;brought about by&nbsp;global&nbsp;warming, according to officials from the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) as they explained their latest report at a press briefing in Geneva on Monday.

According to the newly released&nbsp;WMO&nbsp;report entitled "The&nbsp;Global&nbsp;Climate in 2015-2019", the past five-year period has been the warmest half-decade on record.

It says the average&nbsp;global&nbsp;temperature has increased by 1.1 degrees Celsius since the pre-industrial period and has risen by 0.2 degrees Celsius compared to the period between 2011 and 2015.

The report also shows that sea level rises, long-term and large-scale heat waves, as well as massive forest fires, have become even more extreme during the past five years.

The scientific community has largely come to the realization that the world is now at a dangerous climate tipping point.

The report also points out that extreme weather has had an increasingly severe impact on social and economic development and the natural environment.

It concludes that the&nbsp;international&nbsp;society must conduct fundamental social and economic transitions quickly in areas such as land utilization and energy, so as to avoid possible irreversible&nbsp;impacts&nbsp;brought by&nbsp;global&nbsp;warming.

"There is also an emerging trend in using renewable energy. I think in China, for instance, they have built a very powerful plan to transit into renewable energy using wind energy for instance. I think there are some encouraging signs here. The only problem we have is we have to act very soon and very rapidly, because it's now not a problem of actions, it's a problem of the timing. We need to do that as fast as possible," said Omar Baddour, a senior scientific officer with the&nbsp;WMO.

The report stresses that a&nbsp;global&nbsp;temperature rise exceeding 1.5 degrees Celsius will be inevitable if no immediate actions are taken to improve Intended Nationally Determined Contributions (INDC), measures which must be made to combat the crisis.

The report was submitted to the UN Climate Action Summit, which opened at United Nations headquarters in New York on Monday.

"The intention of the climate summit and the UN Secretary-General has been very much leading in this regard is to try to encourage much more rapid adoption of the measures that are&nbsp;needed&nbsp;to reduce the emissions," said Maxx Dilley, director of the&nbsp;WMO's Climate Prediction and Adaptation branch.

Rapid international cooperation is required in order to avoid the irreversible impacts brought about by global warming, according to officials from the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) as they explained their latest report at a press briefing in Geneva on Monday.

Rapid international cooperation is required in order to avoid the irreversible impacts brought about by global warming, according to officials from the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) as they explained their latest report at a press briefing in Geneva on Monday. According to the newly released WMO report entitled "The Global Climate in 2015-2019", the past five-year period has been the warmest half-decade on record. It says the average global temperature has increased by 1.1 degrees Celsius since the pre-industrial period and has risen by 0.2 degrees Celsius compared to the period between 2011 and 2015. The report also shows that sea level rises, long-term and large-scale heat waves, as well as massive forest fires, have become even more extreme during the past five years. The scientific community has largely come to the realization that the world is now at a dangerous climate tipping point. The report also points out that extreme weather has had an increasingly severe impact on social and economic development and the natural environment. It concludes that the international society must conduct fundamental social and economic transitions quickly in areas such as land utilization and energy, so as to avoid possible irreversible impacts brought by global warming. "There is also an emerging trend in using renewable energy. I think in China, for instance, they have built a very powerful plan to transit into renewable energy using wind energy for instance. I think there are some encouraging signs here. The only problem we have is we have to act very soon and very rapidly, because it's now not a problem of actions, it's a problem of the timing. We need to do that as fast as possible," said Omar Baddour, a senior scientific officer with the WMO. The report stresses that a global temperature rise exceeding 1.5 degrees Celsius will be inevitable if no immediate actions are taken to improve Intended Nationally Determined Contributions (INDC), measures which must be made to combat the crisis. The report was submitted to the UN Climate Action Summit, which opened at United Nations headquarters in New York on Monday. "The intention of the climate summit and the UN Secretary-General has been very much leading in this regard is to try to encourage much more rapid adoption of the measures that are needed to reduce the emissions," said Maxx Dilley, director of the WMO's Climate Prediction and Adaptation branch.

Urgent international cooperation needed to address global warming impacts: WMO

There is a 75 to 80 per cent chance of a moderate El Nino event forming in the next three months, possibly impacting weather patterns in several regions, the UN said Tuesday.&nbsp;

The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) noted that the impending El Nino is not expected to be as powerful as the 2015-2016 event that was linked to droughts, floods and coral bleaching.&nbsp;

But, it "can still significantly affect rainfall and temperature patterns in many regions, with important consequences to agricultural and food security sectors... and public health," the head of WMO's climate prediction branch, Maxx Dilley, said in a statement.&nbsp;

"It may combine with long-term climate change to boost 2019 global temperatures," he added.&nbsp;

El Nino is triggered by periodic warming in the eastern Pacific Ocean. It typically emerges every three to seven years.&nbsp;

WMO spokeswoman Clare Nullis was asked to respond to US President Donald Trump's assertion that he doesn't believe his own government's report last week warning of massive economic losses if carbon emissions continue to feed climate change unchecked.

Without criticising Trump directly, Nullis insisted the report's findings could not be casually dismissed.&nbsp;

"It's a federally mandated report and it's 13 agencies. It's hundreds of scientists so it's not just a couple of scientists seating in a back room somewhere with a computer. It's a very detailed assessment based on the best available science," she told reporters in Geneva.&nbsp;

The report by the National Climate Assessment said there will be hundreds of billions of dollars in losses by the end of the century due to climate change "without substantial and sustained global mitigation".

There is a 75 to 80 per cent chance of a moderate El Nino event forming in the next three months, possibly impacting weather patterns in several regions, the UN said Tuesday.

There is a 75 to 80 per cent chance of a moderate El Nino event forming in the next three months, possibly impacting weather patterns in several regions, the UN said Tuesday. The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) noted that the impending El Nino is not expected to be as powerful as the 2015-2016 event that was linked to droughts, floods and coral bleaching. But, it "can still significantly affect rainfall and temperature patterns in many regions, with important consequences to agricultural and food security sectors... and public health," the head of WMO's climate prediction branch, Maxx Dilley, said in a statement. "It may combine with long-term climate change to boost 2019 global temperatures," he added. El Nino is triggered by periodic warming in the eastern Pacific Ocean. It typically emerges every three to seven years. WMO spokeswoman Clare Nullis was asked to respond to US President Donald Trump's assertion that he doesn't believe his own government's report last week warning of massive economic losses if carbon emissions continue to feed climate change unchecked. Without criticising Trump directly, Nullis insisted the report's findings could not be casually dismissed. "It's a federally mandated report and it's 13 agencies. It's hundreds of scientists so it's not just a couple of scientists seating in a back room somewhere with a computer. It's a very detailed assessment based on the best available science," she told reporters in Geneva. The report by the National Climate Assessment said there will be hundreds of billions of dollars in losses by the end of the century due to climate change "without substantial and sustained global mitigation".

75-80 per cent chance of El Nino in next 3 months: UN