Extreme weather refers to unusual, severe, or unseasonal weather conditions that differ significantly from the average climate patterns in a particular region. This can include phenomena such as hurricanes, tornadoes, heavy rainfall leading to flooding, droughts, heatwaves, blizzards, and severe thunderstorms. Extreme weather events are often characterized by their intensity and duration, which can lead to significant impacts on the environment, human health, and infrastructure. These conditions can be exacerbated by climate change, leading to increased frequency and severity of such events.
Extreme temperatures have become more pronounced than ever before due to the link between global warming, also known as climate change, and its impact on our environment. The Philippines, like…