A report released by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) last Tuesday has revealed that U.S. has just experienced the third of the hottest October to have ever been recorded in decades.
Hottest October In Decades Or Since October 1963
Research shows that it has never been this hot since October 1963. Scientists from NOAA claims that October is usually known for being a month of cuddly weather and autumn coats but for many of the U.S.' population, it seems like it's more of a season for heading out to the beach.
On its monthly presentation, the meteorological service's report shows that the amount of rainfall recorded last month has been below average and most of their stations have also reported to have received less than half of the normal rainfall amount for the said period.
According to reports released by CBS News, the NOAA has allegedly found that this year's most extreme heat level across the US has occurred in the most unexpected state of Alaska. Typically, Alaska has been noted for its chilly ambiance. Apparently, its recorded year-to-date temperature was 6.7 degrees above the average which has now reached up to 36.3 degrees Fahrenheit.The said phenomenon was known to have broken Alaska's record that was previously set between the periods of January to October of 1926.
Climate Change Worsens Droughts
Furthermore, Climate Central reports that the occurrences of these warm temperatures has actually paved the way for drought to get worsen especially in the Northeastern and Southeastern territories since the temperature was found to have increased the amount of evaporation from soils and as well as the transpiration process from various plants and trees. Experts believe that it was because of the extreme heat and drought that has fueled to an even higher wildfire activity in the Southeastern parts of the US.
Meanwhile, the shifting of temperature in Alaska are considered by the experts as another sign of climate change which in turn, brings crucial disruption to the state and its people. Generally, NOAA's record book has also revealed that there are already 37 states; which are known to have experienced one of their five warmest January to October periods.
