EU Confirms Record-Breaking June Heat

June 2024 has been confirmed as the warmest month on record globally, with temperatures reaching 1.5 degrees Celsius above the pre-industrial average for the 12th consecutive month. This trend is attributed to the rapid increase in greenhouse gases, causing extreme heat events, droughts, wildfires, and floods worldwide. The European Union's Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S) highlighted the alarming temperature rise, emphasizing the urgent need to reduce emissions to prevent further environmental crises. The record-breaking heat coincided with the El Nino effect, leading to unprecedented ocean and sea surface temperatures. Experts warn that continued warming could have devastating effects on coral reefs and underline the importance of adhering to the Paris Agreement's temperature limits.