One of the chief fears about climate change—or, more specifically, global warming—is that it will generate more frequent and more severe extreme weather events. Observed facts, however, should quiet those fears. India, one of the key members of the global climate change pact, has reiterated that there is no increase in cyclones due to climate change in the region. Instead, scientists have found out that there is actually a decrease in cyclone frequency since the year 1950. This stands … [Read more...]