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May 2025: Second Hottest on Record Sparks Drought Fears

6/14/2025

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May 2025 was recorded as the second warmest May globally, with temperatures soaring 1.4°C above pre-industrial levels. Northwestern Europe experienced its driest May since 1979, sparking fears of drought and potential crop failures. The European Central Bank warned that water scarcity could jeopardize 15% of the euro area's economic output, underscoring the critical need for climate action.

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May 2025 was recorded as the second warmest May globally, with temperatures soaring 1.4°C above pre-industrial levels. Northwestern Europe experienced its driest May since 1979, sparking fears of drought and potential crop failures. The European Central Bank warned that water scarcity could jeopardize 15% of the euro area's economic output, underscoring the critical need for climate action.