By : Lloyd Mahachi

The Earth’s temperature has risen to a very dangerous level. For the first time, it’s more than 1.5 degrees Celsius higher than it was before factories and cars started polluting the air. This makes 2024 the hottest year ever recorded. Scientists are warning us that this is a critical point and we need to take immediate action.

Climate change is making people sick. It’s changing the air we breathe, the water we drink, and the food we eat. This can cause many health problems. Some people are more likely to get sick, like children, pregnant women, older adults, and those who don’t have much money. Climate change also affects people’s mental health, causing stress, anxiety, and sadness.

Extreme weather events like floods, droughts, and storms are happening more often. These events can make people very sick or even kill them. They can also destroy homes, schools, and hospitals. Climate change is also causing sea levels to rise, which can flood coastal areas and islands.

Climate change also spreads diseases. When it’s warmer, mosquitoes and ticks can live in more places. This means more people can get sick from diseases like Lyme disease and West Nile virus. Climate change also makes air quality worse, which can cause breathing problems like asthma.

The world needs to take action to stop climate change. We need to reduce pollution and keep our air and water clean. We also need to help people who are already affected by climate change. This is a big problem, but if we work together, we can make a difference.

One way to reduce pollution is to use renewable energy sources like solar and wind power. We can also plant more trees, which absorb carbon dioxide from the air. Governments and companies need to work together to create policies and technologies that help reduce pollution.

The United Nations is meeting soon to talk about climate change. World leaders will discuss ways to reduce pollution and help countries affected by climate change. We need to make sure they take strong action to protect our planet and our health.

Climate change affects everyone, regardless of where we live or how much money we have. We all need to take action to protect our future. We can start by making small changes in our daily lives, like using public transport, recycling, and reducing energy consumption.

The consequences of climate change are severe, but there is still hope. If we work together and take action now, we can reduce the effects of climate change and create a better future for ourselves and future generations. 

Editor : Josephine Mahachi