Extreme Weather

Extreme weather refers to significant and severe weather events that deviate from the norm, often causing disruption and damage. This encompasses a range of phenomena, including hurricanes, tornadoes, heavy rainfall leading to flooding, severe droughts, heatwaves, blizzards, and intense storms. Extreme weather events can result from natural climate variability, but they are increasingly linked to climate change, which exacerbates their frequency and intensity. These events can have severe impacts on the environment, human health, infrastructure, and economies. Understanding extreme weather is crucial for preparedness and response strategies to mitigate risks associated with these potentially hazardous situations.