Climate crisis made deadly German floods ‘up to nine times more likely’

Study reinforces the hard evidence that carbon emissions are the main cause of worsening extreme weatherThe record-shattering rainfall that caused deadly flooding across Germany and Belgium in July was made up to nine times more likely by the climate crisis, according to research.The study also showed that human-caused global heating has made downpours in the region up to 20% heavier. The work reinforces the findings of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change ’s landmark report this month that there is“unequivocal” evidence that greenhouse gas emissions from human activities are the main cause of worsening extreme weather.Continue reading...

Source: Guardian Unlimited Science - August 23, 2021 Category: Science Authors: Damian Carrington Environment editor Tags: Climate change Flooding Environment World news Science Germany Europe Extreme weather Belgium Greenhouse gas emissions Source Type: news