Earth Sets Another Record for Hottest Day

Monday was recorded as the hottest day globally, surpassing a record set just the day before, with an average temperature of 62.87 degrees Fahrenheit, according to the European climate change service. This marks a continuation of a trend of record-breaking temperatures, likely the warmest in 120,000 years, driven by human-caused climate change. The UK has also experienced unprecedented weather patterns, recording its hottest June and joint warmest September, with sea surface temperatures near the coast at record highs and increased rainfall. Climate scientists emphasize the urgent need for stronger action to curb CO2 emissions to avoid further catastrophic impacts. The recent data underscores the growing frequency and intensity of extreme weather events worldwide, highlighting the critical state of the global climate crisis.