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Asia's top climate scientist warns of extreme weather volatility

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Benjamin P. Horton, a leading climate scientist and recipient of the prestigious Axford Medal, warns that Earth is entering a volatile period where historical weather patterns are unreliable predictors of future risks. He highlights the planet's sensitivity and proximity to its planetary boundary, leading to unpredictable extreme weather events. Horton specifically points to rapidly intensifying typhoons, such as Typhoon Bavi, as examples of these challenges, noting their ability to escalate from moderate threats to major hazards quickly due to warm ocean waters and atmospheric conditions. AI

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