Geography

The impact of global warming has resulted on higher temperatures, an increase of 1.2 degree Celsius on average since industrial times and the land temperature increase is higher than this.  There will be more instances of heatwave across the globe.

Where are the areas most affected by heatwaves?

How does heatwaves affect people?

Oceans are also warming, leading to coral bleaching and reduced oxygen levels in the water. Warmer oceans also provide more heat and moisture to fuel storm systems, resulting in heavy rain and floods.

How has the warming of oceans affect people?

Where are the areas most affected?

As the atmosphere warms, it holds more moisture. For every degree of warming, the atmosphere can hold about 7 per cent more water vapour.