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Many of Earth’s “vital signs” have hit record extremes, indicating that “the future of humanity hangs in the balance”, a group of the world’s most senior climate experts have said.

More and more scientists are now looking into the possibility of societal collapse, says the report, which assessed 35 vital signs in 2023 and found that 25 were worse than ever recorded, including carbon dioxide levels and human population. This indicates a “critical and unpredictable new phase of the climate crisis”, it says.

The temperature of Earth’s surface and oceans hit an all-time high, driven by record burning of fossil fuels, the report found. Human population is increasing at a rate of approximately 200,000 people a day and the number of cattle and sheep by 170,000 a day, all adding to record greenhouse gas emissions.

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[–] HasturInYellow@lemmy.world 1 points 2 days ago (1 children)

You'd be mistaken in thinking that everywhere will collapse at the same time. More than likely there are still "good" places to flee to. As the future collapse drags on they get fewer and fewer and less and less safe. But even just being "over there" is better than "here" in many cases.

[–] NineMileTower@lemmy.world 1 points 2 days ago (1 children)

I'm in the good place. No joke. I'm in Michigan. People will flee here

[–] HasturInYellow@lemmy.world 1 points 2 days ago (1 children)

I agree but if a freak winter storm comes in, you may have to flee south temporarily. That's my point.

[–] NineMileTower@lemmy.world 1 points 2 days ago

I'm not here to argue, but Michigan is prepared for winter storms. Wild fire? Ok, I see your point.