Climate change made Hurricane Melissa four times more likely: study

Human-caused climate change made Hurricane Melissa four times more likely and intensified its destructive power, according to a rapid analysis. The Category 5 storm's wind speeds increased by seven percent due to current warming, with further increases projected for a hotter planet. While adaptation is crucial, scientists emphasise the need to halt greenhouse gas emissions.

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