Study predicts a 'Triple Strike' leading to the demise of humanity

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ALBAWABA As concerns about the impact of global warming continue to mount, scientists have now forecasted a grim future for humanity—a catastrophic event dubbed the “triple whammy extinction.”

This event, predicted to wipe out humans and numerous other species, comes with chilling details of an Earth transformed into a hot, dry, and largely uninhabitable supercontinent.

A recent study published in Nature Geoscience, led by researchers from the University of Bristol, paints a dire picture of Earth’s distant future.

Utilizing cutting-edge supercomputer climate models, the study predicts a scenario where all landmasses merge into one giant plot, creating a hostile environment devoid of food and water sources for mammals.

Dr. Alexander Farnsworth, the study’s lead author, warns of a convergence of factors contributing to this apocalyptic vision. He highlights the continentality effect, a hotter sun, and increased CO2 levels in the atmosphere as key drivers of escalating temperatures.

The result? Widespread temperatures between 40 and 50 degrees Celsius, making survival impossible for humans and many other species.

In an interview with LadBible, Dr. Farnsworth emphasizes the severity of the situation, stating that the inability to shed heat through sweat would ultimately seal humanity’s fate.

Even if fossil fuel usage were to cease, the study suggests that the extinction event would still occur. However, there is a glimmer of hope amidst the despair—the event is projected to be 250 million years away.

Dr. Eunice Lo, co-author of the study, underscores the urgency of addressing the current climate crisis. While the triple whammy extinction may seem distant, the impacts of human-induced greenhouse gas emissions are already being felt today.

Extreme heatwaves pose significant risks to human health, emphasizing the critical need to transition to net-zero emissions as soon as possible.

As scientists continue to sound the alarm about the looming threats of climate change, the study serves as a stark reminder of the importance of immediate action to mitigate its devastating consequences.

The fate of humanity and the planet hangs in the balance, urging us to confront the challenges of today to safeguard the future for generations to come.

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