Human-driven climate change is causing global temperatures to rise, increasing the risk of extreme heat and wildfires.

Since the Industrial Revolution, humans have burned coal, oil, and gas, releasing carbon dioxide and other gases into the air. These gases trap heat, making Earth warmer. This warming has led to more frequent and intense heatwaves, droughts, and wildfires across the globe. Scientists measure these changes using temperature records, satellite data, and climate models that predict future warming if emissions continue unchecked.