Climate change sparks extreme weather worldwide
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Updated: 2023-07-10 06:35
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Floods that have engulfed the northern Italian region of Emilia Romagna, killing at least 14 people, are another sign of the accelerating climate crisis, according to researchers. The floods come after years of severe drought in the region, which has compacted the soil, reducing its ability to absorb rainfall. This is a clear example of how climate change can worsen both droughts and floods.
