And Grok
Yes, extreme weather events are becoming more frequent in many parts of the world, largely driven by climate change. Data from the IPCC and NOAA shows increases in the frequency and intensity of events like heatwaves, heavy rainfall, droughts, and tropical cyclones since the mid-20th century. For example, heatwaves have become more common in Europe and North America, with 2023 seeing record-breaking temperatures. Heavy precipitation events have risen in frequency by about 7% per degree of global warming, per IPCC reports. However, trends vary by region and event type—some areas see more storms, others more droughts. Attribution studies confirm human-induced warming amplifies these patterns, though natural variability like El Niño also plays a role. If you want specifics on a region or event type, I can dig deeper.
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