The UNDP webpage “Climate Information and Early Warning Systems” explains how climate information and early warning systems help countries and communities better prepare for and respond to climate-related hazards such as extreme weather events, floods, heatwaves and droughts. It describes UNDP� ... �s approach to strengthening climate data collection, forecasting, communication and decision-making, as well as building partnerships and capacity to reduce risk, protect lives and support sustainable development in the face of a rapidly changing climate. more

The Guardian article reports that Google DeepMind has developed an artificial intelligence model capable of predicting weather more accurately than one of the world’s leading traditional forecasting systems. The AI system, trained on large amounts of historical weather data, can generate faster an ... d more precise medium-range forecasts, potentially improving predictions of extreme weather events such as storms, heavy rainfall, and heatwaves. Scientists suggest that this advancement could enhance early warning systems and disaster preparedness worldwide, though experts also emphasize the importance of continued evaluation and collaboration with existing meteorological institutions. more