"February 2024: Record-Breaking Global Heat Wave and Hottest Ocean Temperatures"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CBS News
February 2024 has been confirmed as the hottest on record globally, with temperatures surpassing critical climate thresholds. The average global surface air temperature was 1.77 degrees Celsius above the pre-industrial average, marking the ninth consecutive month of record-breaking heat. The world's oceans also experienced record high temperatures, exacerbating the cycle of global warming and contributing to extreme weather events. Climate scientists warn that human activities are driving the planet towards surpassing critical temperature thresholds, with ongoing impacts from a recent El Niño event further exacerbating the situation.