AMMAN — Dr. Ahmed Mataba, a professor of geology,
environment, and climate change at Hashemite University, stated that climate
change has become an undeniable reality, and that the concentrations of
greenhouse gases in the atmosphere have risen significantly.
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He pointed out that this rise confirms that the atmosphere
is saturated with these gases, which trap heat and prevent solar radiation from
escaping back into space, Al-Rai reported. This trapping of heat causes global
warming. Furthermore, this has had strong and dangerous effects on jordan’s
climate.
Scientific studies emphasize a strong connection between
climate change and the increased frequency and severity of extreme weather
events, such as floods and heatwaves.
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Rise in temperatures
He also said that the Jordan will experience a third summer
extending until November 10th according to meteorological forecasts.
He described the upcoming heatwave as harsh and
unprecedented, and advised people not to expose themselves to the sun between
12 PM and 4 PM, and to drink sufficient water during that period.
Mataba explained that global warming leads to an increase in
sea surface temperatures by 0.5-2°C,
disrupting wind patterns and atmospheric pressure.
Storm Daniel
With ongoing ocean warming and climate change, it is likely
that we will see an increase in the frequency and intensity of floods in
coastal regions, which are highly dependent on temperature and atmospheric
humidity.
He said that storms occur four times a year in each cycle,
which spans six years, and that the occurrence of Storm "Daniel" at
this time was unexpected and can be attributed to elevated air and water
temperatures and the presence of low-pressure systems.
Mataba stressed that the rise in ocean temperatures and the
occurrence of warming events increase the presence of water vapor and moisture
in the atmosphere, which leads to storms making landfall in coastal areas.
He warned of the possibility of a surge in storm activity in
the Mediterranean region, which is a critical area.
He mentioned the possibility of predicting storms and
avoiding their destructive effects by evacuating cities located near dams,
especially in regions that depend heavily on heat and atmospheric moisture.
It is worth noting that the World Meteorological
Organization has reported a significant increase in sea surface temperatures
off the coast of Libya in recent decades, which enhances the formation of
powerful tropical storms.
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