🌡️ Big news: climate agencies confirmed that 2024 was the hottest year ever recorded globally. That means last year we saw record-breaking heatwaves, droughts and storms that didn't care about country lines.
2024: A Wake-up Call
From sweltering 50°C days in India's north to unpredictable monsoon floods in Bangladesh, Myanmar and Thailand, rising temps pushed weather systems into overdrive. Even the Philippines felt typhoons packing extra punch.
Why Borders Don't Matter
Weather travels on air currents and ocean flows, not passports. When one region heats up, jet streams shift, storms get fuelled and droughts or deluges can pop up thousands of kilometers away.
How It Hits South & Southeast Asia
- Heatwaves: crops wilt, electricity grids strain and urban areas heat up (hello, hot nights 🥵).
- Floods: heavy rains crash rivers and canals, displacing families and disrupting transport.
- Storms: stronger typhoons and cyclones mean more power outages and rebuilding costs.
What Comes Next?
Experts warn that without faster action on emissions and smarter adaptation—like community early-warning apps, solar-powered irrigation and mangrove restoration—2025 and beyond could get even tougher.
Good news? Regional cooperation is on the rise. Countries are sharing data, testing cross-border alert systems and funding green tech. But we all have a role to play! Stay informed, support local climate initiatives and pressure leaders for real change.
Because when weather crosses borders, so should our solutions 🌍🤝
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
