A recent scientific analysis has revealed the significant impact of human-caused climate change on the intensity of hurricanes in the Gulf of Mexico. The study, conducted by the World Weather Attribution network, found that the warm waters of the Gulf, which fueled deadly Hurricane Helene last month, were made between 200 and 500 times more likely by climate change.
According to the study, climate change not only supercharged Hurricane Helene but also intensified the storm's wind speeds by 11% and increased rainfall by approximately 10%. These findings underscore the role of climate change in exacerbating extreme weather events.
