Record-breaking temperatures keep happening, but scientists say the message behind them is more important

In today’s warming world, every month or year seems like a scene out of Groundhog Day where it’s the same message over and over: Earth’s temperature is rising to dangerous levels. While some climate scientists also feel tired of the repetitiveness, they say it’s a message that bears repeating for a very important reason.

Record-breaking temperatures keep happening, but scientists say the message behind them is more important
A green road sign with the words "Record Highs Just Ahead" sits against the backdrop of a partially cloudy sky.

In today’s warming world, every month or year seems like a scene out of Groundhog Day where it’s the same message over and over: Earth’s temperature is rising to dangerous levels. While some climate scientists also feel tired of the repetitiveness, they say it’s a message that bears repeating for a very important reason.