Africa: Earth Records Hottest 11-Year Period As Climate Crisis Deepens - WMO
The World Meteorological Organization reports that the period from 2015 to 2025 has been the hottest on record amid escalating climate crises due to greenhouse gas emissions.
According to the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), the decade from 2015 to 2025 is now recorded as the hottest in Earth's history, driven by rising greenhouse gas emissions and evidenced by alarming statistics that show global temperatures have risen roughly 1.43Β°C above pre-industrial levels. The WMO's State of the Global Climate 2025 report reveals that the year 2025 is among the hottest in the 176-year climate record, highlighting a persistent trend towards worsening climate conditions.
U.N. Secretary-General AntΓ³nio Guterres articulated the urgent need for action in response to the climate crisis, describing the current state of the global climate as one of emergency. He emphasized that all critical climate indicators are showing alarming results, indicating that humanity is pushing the Earth beyond its natural capacities. His comments serve as a stark reminder that failing to address climate change could lead to catastrophic consequences.
Furthermore, the report's release coincided with World Meteorological Day, bringing greater attention to the urgent need for global efforts to combat climate change. The WMO's findings call for immediate and substantial efforts from individuals, communities, and governments worldwide to mitigate the effects of climate change and prevent irreversible damage to our planet, making this a pivotal moment in climate action discussions.