Exceptional climate change event brings extreme heat to British Columbia, increasing wildfire risk.
An "exceptional climate change event" is forecast to bring extreme heat to British Columbia this week, with temperatures five to ten degrees Celsius above seasonal averages. This event, made five times more likely due to climate change, could lead to a spike in wildfire risk, according to a new analysis by Climate Central. Scientists warn that this heatwave could be a prelude to the wildfire season.
May 01, 2024
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