Record 11-Year Global Warming Streak Continues as UN Weather Agency Warns of Rising Heat and Ocean Warming
GENEVA – The United Nations’ weather agency has issued a fresh warning that the planet’s record-breaking global warming streak has now entered its 11th consecutive year, underscoring the growing urgency of climate action as temperatures and ocean heat content continue to climb.
According to the latest climate assessment, global average surface temperatures remain well above pre-industrial levels, driven by persistent greenhouse gas emissions and intensified climate patterns. Scientists say the warming trend is no longer an anomaly but a sustained shift that is reshaping weather systems across continents.
The agency highlighted that ocean temperatures have reached new highs, with marine heatwaves becoming more frequent and intense. Warmer oceans are linked to coral bleaching, declining fish populations, and stronger storms, increasing risks for coastal communities and global food security.
Climate experts also pointed to rising sea levels, shrinking glaciers, and prolonged heatwaves affecting major population centres. Regions across Europe, Asia, and North America have already experienced record summer temperatures and extended drought conditions, putting pressure on water supplies and agricultural output.
UN officials warned that the continued warming trend could push critical climate thresholds closer to irreversible tipping points. “Every fraction of a degree matters,” a senior climate scientist said, stressing that immediate emissions reductions are essential to slow the pace of warming and reduce long-term damage.
Governments are now under renewed pressure to meet international climate commitments, including expanding renewable energy use, cutting fossil fuel dependence, and improving climate resilience infrastructure. Developing nations, in particular, face growing challenges as extreme weather events increase recovery costs and strain public resources.
Despite technological progress in clean energy, experts caution that current global efforts remain insufficient to meet long-term climate targets. The agency urged stronger international cooperation ahead of upcoming climate negotiations, emphasising that coordinated action is key to avoiding the worst impacts.
As the warming streak continues, scientists say the coming years will be critical. Without significant policy shifts and sustained environmental investment, the world could face more frequent climate disasters and escalating economic and humanitarian consequences.
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