NO such thing as Climate Change?

Originally posted by pintohoo: ↑

there're several points the wackadoodledoos on here can't grasp - this is one such point

you would think this simple to understand --------------- but,? no

The evidence strongly supports the conclusion that recent severe hurricanes and cyclones are picking up more water than those of decades past, primarily due to higher ocean temperatures

## Recent Trends in Hurricanes and Cyclones
Recent studies indicate that severe hurricanes and cyclones are picking up more water due to higher ocean temperatures, a phenomenon closely linked to climate change. The rising sea surface temperatures enhance the intensity and rainfall rates of these storms, leading to more catastrophic weather events.
### **Impact of Ocean Temperatures on Hurricanes**
1. **Increased Energy from Warmer Waters**: Hurricanes derive their energy from warm ocean waters. As global temperatures rise, the oceans absorb more heat, providing more fuel for storms. This results in higher wind speeds and greater rainfall associated with hurricanes[1][3].
2. **Enhanced Rainfall Rates**: Research suggests that the average and peak rainfall rates during tropical cyclones have increased. The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) notes "medium confidence" that human-induced climate change has contributed to these changes, leading to more intense precipitation during storms[3]. For instance, Hurricane Helene's rainfall was enhanced by approximately 10% due to climate change, which significantly contributed to flooding and destruction[1].
3. **Rapid Intensification Events**: There is a notable increase in the frequency of rapid intensification events, where hurricanes quickly escalate in strength. This trend is particularly alarming as it can lead to devastating impacts on coastal communities that may not have adequate time to prepare[3][5].
### **Recent Examples: Hurricanes Helene and Milton**
- **Hurricane Helene**: This storm, which recently struck the southeastern United States, intensified over unusually warm waters in the Gulf of Mexico. It reached peak winds of 140 mph and caused extensive rainfall, with some areas recording over 30 inches within a short period[1][2]. The analysis indicated that such severe storms are now 200-500 times more likely due to human-induced climate change.
- **Hurricane Milton**: Following closely on the heels of Helene, Milton intensified rapidly from a Category 1 to a Category 5 hurricane within hours, driven by similarly high sea temperatures. Although it is expected to weaken slightly before landfall, its size and potential rainfall could still result in significant flooding across Florida[2][5].
### **Conclusion**
The evidence strongly supports the conclusion that recent severe hurricanes and cyclones are indeed picking up more water than those of decades past, primarily due to higher ocean temperatures attributed to climate change. As global temperatures continue to rise, the frequency and intensity of these storms are likely to increase, posing greater risks to affected regions.
Citations:
[1] https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2024/oct/08/hurricane-helene-milton-global-heating-study
[2] https://www.bbc.com/weather/articles/cq64vnj51p1o
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[4] https://www.cityofpsl.com/News/2024/City-of-PSL-Hurricane-Milton-Advisory-2
[5] https://www.cnn.com/weather/live-news/hurricane-milton-florida-10-09-24/index.html
[6] https://oceanexplorer.noaa.gov/facts/hurricanes.html
[7] https://www.nbcnews.com/weather/hurricanes/live-blog/hurricane-milton-live-updates-rcna174425
[8] https://www.aoml.noaa.gov/hrd-faq/

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have you ever measured the water temperature?