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World Faces 80% Chance of Record Heat Within Five Years

5/28/2025

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A startling report from the World Meteorological Organization warns of an 80% chance that annual heat records will be shattered within five years. With a 70% likelihood of temperatures soaring over 1.5°C above preindustrial levels, the threat of devastating droughts and wildfires looms large unless we drastically cut fossil fuel emissions.

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A startling report from the World Meteorological Organization warns of an 80% chance that annual heat records will be shattered within five years. With a 70% likelihood of temperatures soaring over 1.5°C above preindustrial levels, the threat of devastating droughts and wildfires looms large unless we drastically cut fossil fuel emissions.