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UN Secretary-General Guterres warns of climate change's existential threat amid US political pushback. Recent reports highlight record CO2 levels and environmental devastation in Gaza, threatening health, food security, and regional stability. The stories underscore urgent global environmental and geopolitical crises today.
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Recent weather events in Mexico, including floods and landslides, are driven by climate change, which has increased the frequency and severity of such disasters. Authorities warn that gaps in early warning systems hinder effective response, risking more lives and economic damage amid worsening extreme weather.
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Hurricane Melissa, a Category 5 storm, struck Jamaica on October 28, causing widespread destruction, at least 32 deaths, and economic losses estimated at up to $7 billion. The storm also impacted Haiti and Cuba, with ongoing relief efforts and concerns about future resilience.
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Hurricane Melissa, one of the strongest on record, has caused at least 79 deaths across Jamaica, Haiti, Cuba, and the Dominican Republic. The storm, initially a Category 5, has weakened but remains destructive, prompting international aid and evacuations. Damage assessments are ongoing, with widespread infrastructure destruction reported.
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Recent studies warn that climate change could cause the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC) to collapse within decades. This could trigger a new ice age in Europe, raise sea levels, and disrupt global weather patterns, with Iceland declaring it a national security threat.