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UN calls for action against rising extreme heat threats

UNEP — July 25, 2024, 04:30 PM UTC

Summary: UN Secretary-General António Guterres has issued a call to action addressing the rising threat of extreme heat, which has intensified due to climate change. The UN Environment Programme (UNEP) reports that global temperatures are projected to rise by 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels by 2030. This increase poses significant risks to health, agriculture, and water resources, affecting millions worldwide.

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