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Hundreds of the world’s leading climate scientists say that the planet is headed for at least 2.5C of heating in this century, with disastrous results for humanity.

The temperature rise will be far beyond pre-industrial levels and blast way past internationally agreed targets, causing catastrophic consequences for humanity and the planet, according to a recent survey.

Many scientists envisage a “semi-dystopian” future, with famines, conflicts and mass migration, driven by heatwaves, wildfires, floods and storms of intensity and frequency far beyond those that have already struck.

Almost 80% of the respondents, all from the authoritative Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), foresee at least 2.5C of global heating, while almost half anticipate at least 3C (5.4F). Only 6% thought the internationally agreed 1.5C (2.7F) limit would be met.

“This is just the beginning: buckle up.”

Massive preparations were now required, according to the scientists, to shield humanity from the worst of the impending climate disasters.

The target of 1.5C was adopted to avert the worst effects of the climate catastrophe and is widely regarded as a crucial benchmark for global negotiations. With current climate policies, global warming is expected to reach roughly 2.7C.

This is not good news people, but at least now we know why billionaires have been building bunkers in Hawaii.

[source:guardian]