Tuesday, October 8, 2024

News Alert: Milton's Fury Fueled by Record Hot Oceans

 


Ocean Heat Fueling Hurricane Milton Was Made Up to 800 Times More Likely by Climate Crisis

October 8, 2024

As Floridians race to prepare for and escape the path of Hurricane Milton, an analysis published Monday shows that high sea-surface temperatures fueling the monstrous storm's rapid intensification were made between 400 and 800 times more likely by the climate crisis.

"Fossil fuel pollution is amplifying this threat," said Daniel Gilford, a meteorologist at Climate Central.

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