Rise in extreme weather events is linked to climate warming — and they are expected to increase in the near future

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Rise in extreme weather events is linked to climate warming — and they are expected to increase in the near future

Climate change is making extreme weather events, such as torrential rain and heatwaves, more frequent. Experts warn the trend will continue as long as the world keeps burning fossil fuels.

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