Apathy, Honesty, And The End Of The World

Why your vote matters more than ever in the face of climate change and authoritarianism.

https://www.lonestarleft.com/p/apathy-honesty-and-the-end-of-the


Climate change is fueling extreme weather events, leading to severe repercussions worldwide. The rise in global temperatures, driven by the burning of fossil fuels, is causing more frequent and intense weather phenomena, including heatwaves, hurricanes, droughts, and heavy rainfall.

Heatwaves have become more common and severe, affecting regions such as India, where temperatures recently soared to 127°F, killing more than 1,300 people. Due to climate change, these extreme heat events are now 45 times more likely and are expected to become more frequent and longer lasting as global temperatures rise.​

Hurricanes are also becoming more powerful. Warmer ocean waters provide more energy for these storms, leading to increased intensity and faster intensification. Notable examples include Hurricanes Fiona and Ian, which caused catastrophic damage in Puerto Rico and Florida. Studies indicate that climate change has significantly increased the likelihood and severity of such storms. Scientists are now calling for a Category 6 designation for hurricanes, as we will likely see a storm this bad soon.

Drought conditions are worsening, particularly in the American West, where a megadrought, exacerbated by rising temperatures, has been ongoing for over a decade. Despite occasional heavy rainfall events, this drought ranks among the worst in the past 1,200 years.