Global Climate Crisis: August’s Extreme Weather Urges Swift Action

August brought a series of severe climate events worldwide. South Sudan faced simultaneous floods and droughts, pushing hunger to unprecedented levels. South Asian children faced extreme heat, Iraq’s marshlands diminished due to climate change, and the UN issued a climate emergency warning. Pakistan continued its recovery from historic floods, and global temperatures hit record highs. Switzerland saw extreme heat, and weather alerts were issued in Europe. These events underscore the urgent need for global climate action.