Global climate swings into alarming turmoil—scientists reveal changes unseen in 175 years

By Nathalie Mayer – Futura

Warning sirens are blaring across the planet: the latest report from the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) draws up a record-breaking—and frankly rather grim—list of climate extremes. These are not just dry numbers: they’re the fresh evidence that we’re fast-heading for climate disaster. So, is it too late to avoid the worst?

2024 was hot. Seriously hot. According to the latest WMO report, the average global temperature climbed 1.55°C (2.79°F) above the 1850–1900 baseline. That cements 2024 as the hottest year since measurements began 175 years ago!