On Sunday, July 21st, the world experienced its hottest day ever recorded, according to the European Union's Copernicus Climate Change Service.
The global average surface air temperature reached 17.09 degrees Celsius, surpassing the previous record set in July 2023.
This new record highlights the ongoing impact of climate change, which is causing temperatures to rise at an alarming rate.
Scientists warn that we can expect to see more extreme weather events in the future as the climate continues to warm.