Hurricanes
Why tropical systems are dumping more rain than ever before
In modern times, the average global temperature has climbed 1.8 degrees Fahrenheit. A warmer atmosphere holds more water vapor, and a 1.8-degree temperature increase translates to about 7% more water vapor. As a result, tropical systems are dumping more and more rain.
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In modern times, the average global temperature has climbed 1.8 degrees Fahrenheit. A warmer atmosphere holds more water vapor, and a 1.8-degree temperature increase translates to about 7% more water vapor. As a result, tropical systems are dumping more and more rain.
Web Editor : Jodi Leese GluscoPosted 2022-09-28T17:27:00-0400 - Updated 2022-09-29T18:30:54-0400
