. One of the major problems in examining the climate record for changes in climate extremes is a lack of high-quality, long-term data. In some areas of the world increases in extreme events are apparent, while in others there appears to be a decline. Based on this information increased ability to monitor and detect multidecadal variations and trends is critical to begin to detect any observed changes and understand their origins.
Have just read the 1st 6 and this is the disclaimer andrewm457---as they say the short term data is not much use.i have been saying the same thing for a very long time.
