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New study: Climate change intensifed 80% of Atlantic Hurricanes

New peer-reviewed research by Climate Central shows that climate change boosted maximum wind speeds for more than 80% of Atlantic hurricanes from 2019-2023, by an average of 18 mph.

Fueled by hotter sea surface temperatures, these storms became roughly one category stronger on the Saffir-Simpson scale than they would have been without human-caused global warming.

The study was published in the journal Environmental Research: Climate and introduces a new rapid attribution framework to assess the impact of climate change-driven ocean warming on hurricane intensity.

Hurricane Maria and Lee in the Atlantic Ocean.
Hurricane Maria and Lee in the Atlantic Ocean.



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  • Tabitha Kimani

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    Climate change has intensified extreme weather patterns. Sad to realize that this is something we could have avoided.

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    • DIPANJANA MAULIK

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      This table that show increase in the speed of hurricane is self explanatory. How and when Atlantic warming is strengthening the hurricane and when it is dampening ( a case, if any) needs to be studied. There is an interplay of thermal gradient ( differences between surface temperature and sea surface temperature), which needs to be studied. I am sure climate scientists are watchingđź‘Ź.

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        • Kevin

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          This is very concerning seeing as many human lives face an existential threat due to human action.

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          • Annett Michuki..

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            This is enough evidence that calls for fast actions, lives have been lost which now should be a thing of the past

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            • Rashid Kamau

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              Clear evidence linking climate change to intensified hurricanes bolsters the case for urgent reductions in greenhouse gas emissions to limit future warming and its associated effects.

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              • Annett Michuki..

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                @rashid_kamau much of what is experienced today is as a result of these human activities

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              • Jane Wangui

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                We've already lost way too much due climate change and catastrophies that follow.we need to act sooner.

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                • Annett Michuki..

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                  @jane_wangui the faster we act, the better our planet will be

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                • rosebellendiritu

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                  Climate change does accelerate all kinds of catastrophies endangering human life thus all relevant governments should help deal with climate change.

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                  • Annett Michuki..

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                    @rosebellendiritu governments should not ignore what is already happening

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                  • Ann Nyambura

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                    It's a call to action for policymakers to take stronger measures to mitigate climate impacts

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                    • walter lungayi

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                      To address the impact of climate change on hurricanes, we must reduce greenhouse gas emissions by shifting to renewable energy and enhancing energy efficiency. Investing in resilient infrastructure, improving early warning systems, and promoting sustainable land use are essential. Supporting climate research and increasing community preparedness will also help mitigate these effects. Collective action at all levels is crucial.

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                      • Gorffly mokua

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                        This highlights the urgent need for climate action, but awareness of the impact of climate change on extreme weather is a critical first step towards meaningful solutions.

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                        • Peter Karanga

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                          human activities have significantly increased the strength of these powerful storms. The study shows that climate change, driven by human actions, has made Atlantic hurricanes much stronger than they would have been otherwise.

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                          • Joseph Githinji

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                            A great study that will aid in assessing climate change impact and boost preparedness.

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