World experiences four hottest days in recorded history
The Washington Post — July 28, 2024, 03:00 AM UTC
Summary: This week, the world experienced its four hottest days on record, with global average temperatures reaching 17.16 degrees Celsius (62.89 degrees Fahrenheit). Approximately 3.6 billion people faced extreme heat, while Typhoon Gaemi caused significant destruction. Since last July, Earth's temperature has exceeded 1.5 degrees Celsius (2.7 degrees Fahrenheit) above preindustrial levels, raising concerns about the resilience of natural systems and the impact of climate change.
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