A devastating flood in Spain's Valencia region has claimed over 200 lives and left widespread destruction. While the severity of the disaster is unprecedented, climate scientists warn that rising temperatures made such events twice as likely. This tragedy joins a growing list of climate-linked disasters worldwide, including Hurricane Helene and Storm Boris. As global leaders prepare for climate talks in Baku, Azerbaijan, it's crucial to acknowledge the urgent need for policies supporting adaptation and recovery.

Source: https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2024/nov/01/the-guardian-view-on-climate-linked-disasters-spains-tragedy-will-not-be-the-last