Newscientist iconNewscientistSep 2, 2026

Why the extremes of climate breakdown will continue to take us by surprise

The relentless heatwaves that have hit the northern hemisphere this summer have made the climate threat real for many – but preparation and adaptation will take us only so far

Why the extremes of climate breakdown will continue to take us by surprise

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The relentless heatwaves that have hit the northern hemisphere this summer have made the climate threat real for many – but preparation and adaptation will take us only so far

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The relentless heatwaves that have hit the northern hemisphere this summer have made the climate threat real for many – but preparation and adaptation will take us only so far

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