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Large plumes of smoke from wildfires burning across Canada are affecting air quality across large parts of the country & northeastern United States, including New York, which will host the FIFA World Cup finals. More from Copernicus EU Copernicus ECMWF:

Large plumes of smoke from wildfires burning across Canada are affecting air quality across large parts of the country & northeastern United States, including New York, which will host the FIFA World Cup finals. More from Copernicus EU Copernicus ECMWF:

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The latest WMO #StateOfClimate report details the spiralling effects of weather and climate impacts. Extreme weather continues to bring devastating consequences globally, with the report also highlighting significant economic and social upheavals.

The latest WMO #StateOfClimate report details the spiralling effects of weather and climate impacts. Extreme weather continues to bring devastating consequences globally, with the report also highlighting significant economic and social upheavals.

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🌍 The WMO confirms 2024 as the warmest year on record, at about 1.55°C above pre-industrial levels. 🔗More in the press release:

🌍 The WMO confirms 2024 as the warmest year on record, at about 1.55°C above pre-industrial levels. 🔗More in the press release:

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Every forecast, every warning, and every dataset we share helps countries turn data to action. By closing data gaps in observations, we can ensure that communities are informed, warned early and better protected wherever they may be. Our power, our planet. #EarthDay

Every forecast, every warning, and every dataset we share helps countries turn data to action. By closing data gaps in observations, we can ensure that communities are informed, warned early and better protected wherever they may be. Our power, our planet. #EarthDay

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2024 was the tenth year in a row the global mean temperature record was broken. Find out more about the global #StateOfClimate here 👉

2024 was the tenth year in a row the global mean temperature record was broken. Find out more about the global #StateOfClimate here 👉

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🚨Once again, we are sending out a Red Alert. 📈The #StateOfClimate update at #COP29 confirms that 2024 is on track to be the hottest year on record—hotter even than 2023, which smashed all previous records. 🔗 Full update:

🚨Once again, we are sending out a Red Alert. 📈The #StateOfClimate update at #COP29 confirms that 2024 is on track to be the hottest year on record—hotter even than 2023, which smashed all previous records. 🔗 Full update:

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🚨Once again, we are sending out a Red Alert. 📈The #StateOfClimate update confirms that 2024 is on track to be the hottest year on record—hotter even than 2023, which smashed all previous records. 🔗 Full update:

🚨Once again, we are sending out a Red Alert. 📈The #StateOfClimate update confirms that 2024 is on track to be the hottest year on record—hotter even than 2023, which smashed all previous records. 🔗 Full update:

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The WMO’s #StateOfClimate in Asia 2024 report warns that the region is warming nearly twice as fast as the global average, driving more extreme weather and posing serious threats to lives, ecosystems, and economies. Full report:

The WMO’s #StateOfClimate in Asia 2024 report warns that the region is warming nearly twice as fast as the global average, driving more extreme weather and posing serious threats to lives, ecosystems, and economies. Full report:

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Global average sea surface temperatures typically peak in March. Yet, in 2023, Copernicus ECMWF and Copernicus EU data showed they reached a record high of 20.96°C on 31 July 🌡️ This is the largest temperature anomaly for any July on record. #StateofClimate #ClimateChange

Global average sea surface temperatures typically peak in March. Yet, in 2023, Copernicus ECMWF and Copernicus EU data showed they reached a record high of 20.96°C on 31 July 🌡️ This is the largest temperature anomaly for any July on record. #StateofClimate #ClimateChange

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In 2025, the European ocean region experienced its highest annual sea surface temperature on record, the 4th consecutive year of record warmth. 36% experienced ‘severe’ or ‘extreme’ conditions. Read the European State of Climate #ESOTC2025:

In 2025, the European ocean region experienced its highest annual sea surface temperature on record, the 4th consecutive year of record warmth. 36% experienced ‘severe’ or ‘extreme’ conditions. Read the European State of Climate #ESOTC2025:

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⚠️ Human activities have reduced the ocean’s ability to sustain and protect us. Due to rising sea levels, the ocean is increasingly becoming a threat rather than a lifelong ally. | 🌐 This is the #StateOfClimate. Full report:

⚠️ Human activities have reduced the ocean’s ability to sustain and protect us. Due to rising sea levels, the ocean is increasingly becoming a threat rather than a lifelong ally. | 🌐 This is the #StateOfClimate. Full report:

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Over 600 gigatons of glacier mass lost in a single year, the largest ice loss in five decades. 📊 Source: WMO State of Global Water Resources 2023 🔗 #Glaciers2025

Over 600 gigatons of glacier mass lost in a single year, the largest ice loss in five decades. 📊 Source: WMO State of Global Water Resources 2023 🔗 #Glaciers2025

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🌋 What role did meteorological conditions and a volcanic eruption play in the 2023 Antarctic ozone hole? 📊 This bulletin highlights growing evidence that the ozone layer is on track for long-term recovery. 🌐 #WorldOzoneDay:

🌋 What role did meteorological conditions and a volcanic eruption play in the 2023 Antarctic ozone hole? 📊 This bulletin highlights growing evidence that the ozone layer is on track for long-term recovery. 🌐 #WorldOzoneDay:

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🌍 The Cost of Inaction > Action ✅ Early warnings save lives, build resilience, and deliver a 10x return. Support National Meteorological Services to ensure science-based action.

🌍 The Cost of Inaction > Action ✅ Early warnings save lives, build resilience, and deliver a 10x return. Support National Meteorological Services to ensure science-based action.

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Watch United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres' message about the emerging El Niño that is set to influence global temperature and rainfall patterns, increasing the risk of extreme weather in the coming months. More information ➡️

Watch United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres' message about the emerging El Niño that is set to influence global temperature and rainfall patterns, increasing the risk of extreme weather in the coming months. More information ➡️

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Europe is warming >2x as fast as the global average, reducing snow & ice cover. High air temperatures, drought, heatwaves & record ocean temperatures affect regions from the Arctic to the Mediterranean. European State of Climate #ESOTC2025 out now. ➡️

Europe is warming >2x as fast as the global average, reducing snow & ice cover. High air temperatures, drought, heatwaves & record ocean temperatures affect regions from the Arctic to the Mediterranean. European State of Climate #ESOTC2025 out now. ➡️

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The world just had the hottest week on record, according to preliminary data. It follows the hottest June on record, with unprecedented sea surface temperatures and record-low Antarctic sea ice extent. #StateOfClimate 🔗

The world just had the hottest week on record, according to preliminary data. It follows the hottest June on record, with unprecedented sea surface temperatures and record-low Antarctic sea ice extent. #StateOfClimate 🔗

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The WMO Hurricane Committee has retired the name Melissa because of the destruction it caused in the Caribbean in 2025. It will be replaced by Molly on the list of rotating names.

The WMO Hurricane Committee has retired the name Melissa because of the destruction it caused in the Caribbean in 2025. It will be replaced by Molly on the list of rotating names.

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The last 11 years have been the hottest years ever recorded. Earth’s energy imbalance has reached its highest than at any time in observed history, with heat reaching deeper into the ocean. This is the Global #StateOfClimate 2025. Read: #WorldMetDay

The last 11 years have been the hottest years ever recorded. Earth’s energy imbalance has reached its highest than at any time in observed history, with heat reaching deeper into the ocean. This is the Global #StateOfClimate 2025. Read: #WorldMetDay

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New #StateofClimate update from WMO and @MetOffice: 66% chance that annual global surface temperature will temporarily exceed 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels for at least one of next 5 years 98% likelihood that at least one of next five years will be warmest on record.

New #StateofClimate update from WMO and @MetOffice: 66% chance that annual global surface temperature will temporarily exceed 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels for at least one of next 5 years 98% likelihood that at least one of next five years will be warmest on record.

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Ocean waters in the South-West Pacific are becoming hotter and more acidic, harming economies & marine ecosystems. Sea level rise is threatening coastal communities & low-lying island nations. Read the WMO #StateOfClimate in the South-West Pacific 2025. 🆕

Ocean waters in the South-West Pacific are becoming hotter and more acidic, harming economies & marine ecosystems. Sea level rise is threatening coastal communities & low-lying island nations. Read the WMO #StateOfClimate in the South-West Pacific 2025. 🆕

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A widespread, intense late-June heatwave in Europe has shattered numerous temperature records across the region and has major impacts on human health, ecosystems, agriculture, infrastructure and labour productivity. Find out more:

A widespread, intense late-June heatwave in Europe has shattered numerous temperature records across the region and has major impacts on human health, ecosystems, agriculture, infrastructure and labour productivity. Find out more:

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#ClimateChange shocks increased in 2022. Ocean heat and sea level rise at record levels. Antarctic sea ice hit a new low. Extreme glacier melt in Europe. #StateOfClimate report highlights the huge socio-economic cost of droughts, floods, and heatwaves.🔗

#ClimateChange shocks increased in 2022. Ocean heat and sea level rise at record levels. Antarctic sea ice hit a new low. Extreme glacier melt in Europe. #StateOfClimate report highlights the huge socio-economic cost of droughts, floods, and heatwaves.🔗

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2023 is set to be the warmest year on record! 🔴 Greenhouse gas levels continue to increase 🔴 Record sea surface temperatures and sea level rise 🔴 Record low Antarctic sea ice The WMO provisional #StateOfClimate report informs negotiations at #COP28:

2023 is set to be the warmest year on record! 🔴 Greenhouse gas levels continue to increase 🔴 Record sea surface temperatures and sea level rise 🔴 Record low Antarctic sea ice The WMO provisional #StateOfClimate report informs negotiations at #COP28:

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Fueled by unusually warm ocean waters in the tropical Pacific, El Niño conditions are developing and are set to influence global temperature and rainfall patterns. Here's what you need to know.

Fueled by unusually warm ocean waters in the tropical Pacific, El Niño conditions are developing and are set to influence global temperature and rainfall patterns. Here's what you need to know.

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Climate change is taking a major human, economic and environmental toll in Europe, the fastest-warming continent of the world. This is the #StateOfClimate in Europe.

Climate change is taking a major human, economic and environmental toll in Europe, the fastest-warming continent of the world. This is the #StateOfClimate in Europe.

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El Niño conditions have developed in the tropical Pacific and are forecast to strengthen rapidly over the coming months, increasing the likelihood of heatwaves, heavy rain & extreme weather in many parts of the world. WMO briefed the media at United Nations Geneva. 🔗

El Niño conditions have developed in the tropical Pacific and are forecast to strengthen rapidly over the coming months, increasing the likelihood of heatwaves, heavy rain & extreme weather in many parts of the world. WMO briefed the media at United Nations Geneva. 🔗

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Happy #WorldMetDay! This year is exceptional, as we mark 150 years of meteorological progress and ambitious priorities, including #EarlyWarningsForAll and much more ambitious #ClimateAction. Join Us! 🔗

Happy #WorldMetDay! This year is exceptional, as we mark 150 years of meteorological progress and ambitious priorities, including #EarlyWarningsForAll and much more ambitious #ClimateAction. Join Us! 🔗

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Good news from #AMS2023: The ozone layer is on track to recover within four decades. Press release ➡️ Executive summary ➡️ Partners 🤝🏽 UN Environment Programme, NOAA, NASA, European Commission

Good news from #AMS2023: The ozone layer is on track to recover within four decades. Press release ➡️ Executive summary ➡️ Partners 🤝🏽 UN Environment Programme, NOAA, NASA, European Commission

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🌧️ The Valencia region was worst affected, with many places receiving more than 300 l/m². On 29/30 Oct, a weather station in Chiva received 491 l/m² in just eight hours - the equivalent of a year's worth of rainfall, according to AEMET. 📖

🌧️ The Valencia region was worst affected, with many places receiving more than 300 l/m². On 29/30 Oct, a weather station in Chiva received 491 l/m² in just eight hours - the equivalent of a year's worth of rainfall, according to AEMET. 📖

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The WMO International Greenhouse Gas Monitoring Symposium takes place this week. It comes at a critical time as scientists worldwide determined that greenhouse gas emissions that drive climate change once again set new records in 2021. Full report:

The WMO International Greenhouse Gas Monitoring Symposium takes place this week. It comes at a critical time as scientists worldwide determined that greenhouse gas emissions that drive climate change once again set new records in 2021. Full report:

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Here's a view of Vadret da Tschierva and Piz Roseg in 1935 (left) vs 2022 (right). Glaciers melting and rising sea levels, which hit a record high in 2022, are expected to persist for thousands of years. This is the #StateOfClimate. 🔗

Here's a view of Vadret da Tschierva and Piz Roseg in 1935 (left) vs 2022 (right). Glaciers melting and rising sea levels, which hit a record high in 2022, are expected to persist for thousands of years. This is the #StateOfClimate. 🔗

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🌐 Today at #COP29 we release the latest #StateOfClimate global update and the message is clear: 📈 2024 is on track to be hottest year on record as warming temporarily hits 1.5°C 🔗 Full report:

🌐 Today at #COP29 we release the latest #StateOfClimate global update and the message is clear: 📈 2024 is on track to be hottest year on record as warming temporarily hits 1.5°C 🔗 Full report:

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