Global climate change and extreme weather : an introduction -- Heat waves -- Drought -- Rainfall and flooding -- Hurricanes and tropical cyclones -- Extratropical storms -- Seasonal variability -- Conclusion.
Summary
Explores in detail the range of current and impending challenges the planet faces as a result of global warming. Examines these issues from a variety of expert perspectives, highlights key future challenges, and addresses the pros and cons of potential solutions. This volume focuses on extreme weather.