THE NEW EXTREME EVENT: Wind circulations are slowing in a warming world, adding to the frequency and intensity of extreme events.

This article explores the impact of climate change on wind circulations and its consequences for extreme weather events. It suggests that the weakening of trade winds and the warming of the Arabian Sea may be responsible for recent heatwaves and humid heatwaves in India. The acceleration of jet stream winds is also identified as a factor contributing to increased tornado formation. The article predicts a hyperactive hurricane season in the US due to warm ocean temperatures and reduced trade winds. It discusses the use of data from the Aeolus 1 satellite, which measures wind patterns and has improved weather forecasts, particularly in tropical areas, oceans, and polar regions. The text also touches on the implications of changing wind patterns for wind energy generation and climate change. [Extracted from the article]