Heat record in China: 52.2 degrees Celsius measured in the northwest

Heat record in China: 52.2 degrees Celsius measured in the northwest

In China, a new heat record was recorded that triggers concern about a possible repetition of last year's drought. A temperature of 52.2 degrees Celsius was measured in the remote municipality of Sanbao in northwestern China on Sunday, as state media reported on Monday. The previous maximum value of 50.3 degrees from 2015 was exceeded.

The new record temperatures illustrate the progressive climate change and raise concerns about the effects on agriculture and the environment. In 2022, China had experienced the heaviest dry period for 60 years, which led to considerable crop failures and significantly impaired water supply in many regions of the country.

The high heat this year could lead to the drought worse again. The farmers are concerned that their harvests could be at risk again and that the availability of water could be scarce. This situation also harbors the risk of forest fires and other environmental damage.

The Chinese government has taken measures to alleviate the effects of drought and to support agriculture. This includes the promotion of water -efficient irrigation systems, the provision of financial support for affected farmers and the implementation of sensitization campaigns for the economical handling of water.

The new heat record in China is another alarming sign of urgency to take measures to contain climate change. The global community must work together to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and find innovative solutions in order to counteract the increasing challenges of climate change. Otherwise we run the risk that extreme weather events such as droughts and heat waves will continue to increase and threaten the livelihood of people and the natural environment.