Preliminary data from a climate tracking agency has revealed that Sunday was the hottest day in recorded history. This alarming information comes as global temperatures continue to break records due to the impact of planet-warming fossil fuel pollution.
On July 21, the Earth experienced a scorching temperature of 17.09 degrees Celsius (62.76 Fahrenheit), making it the hottest day since at least 1940. The data, collected by the European Union’s Copernicus Climate Change Service, highlights the severity of the current climate crisis.
While the data is based on records from the mid-20th century, scientists have determined that this period represents the warmest the planet has been in over 100,000 years. This conclusion is drawn from extensive climate data extracted from sources such as ice cores and coral reefs, spanning millennia.
This marks the second consecutive year that global temperatures have shattered previous records, underscoring the urgent need for action to address climate change. As temperatures continue to rise to unprecedented levels, it is evident that immediate steps must be taken to mitigate the impact of human activities on the environment.
The findings serve as a stark reminder of the pressing need for global cooperation and decisive measures to combat climate change. The data reinforces the scientific consensus that urgent and sustained efforts are required to safeguard the planet for future generations.
