In the comments under videos about climate disasters, viewers increasingly point out how rapidly these events are escalating. And it’s true — you no longer need to be an expert to see it. January 2025 has once again proven that the situation is worsening. Many people, witnessing these events, feel helpless and think that nothing can be done. But that’s not true. There is still a way out, and we’ll share it with you in this weekly review of natural disasters from January 22 to 28.
Storms "Eowyn" and "Erminia"
The powerful storm "Eowyn" hit Ireland and the UK, causing record-breaking destruction and leaving millions without electricity. In Ireland, wind speeds reached the highest levels ever recorded, and waves rose up to 20 meters. "Eowyn" intensified at an unprecedented rate, making it particularly dangerous. Following close behind, storm "Erminia" swept through Portugal, Spain, France, the UK, and Ireland, bringing destructive waves, strong winds, torrential rains, and floods. France and the UK were especially hard hit, with many regions still recovering from "Eowyn."
Tornadoes in the UK and New Zealand
In Cornwall, UK, an IF2 tornado caused significant damage. Meanwhile, a powerful tornado struck New Zealand, damaging dozens of buildings and leaving several people seriously injured.
Abnormal Weather in Russia
In Yakutsk, one of the coldest cities in the world, January 2025 brought unusually warm weather with temperatures 24°C above the seasonal norm. Locals reported budding willows and birch catkins — a rare phenomenon for this time of year. Meanwhile, in northern Yakutia, hurricane-force winds battered the settlement of Tiksi for several days. In nearby Bykovsky, a storm completely tore the roof off a multi-story residential building. In southern Siberia, after a period of abnormal warmth, temperatures dropped by over 20°C within a single day, accompanied by strong winds.
Wildfires in the U.S. and Floods in Brazil
A massive wildfire called "Hughes" broke out in California, quickly spreading across more than 4,000 hectares. Evacuation orders were issued for 54,000 residents. Fortunately, the fire was contained thanks to subsequent rainfall, though it brought new dangers in the form of mudslides and landslides.
In Brazil, severe storms raged for two days, bringing heavy rains and strong winds. In São Paulo, torrential rains caused catastrophic flooding. Streets turned into rivers within minutes, sweeping away vehicles. Thousands of cars were stuck in traffic jams, and metro services were disrupted.
The Overheated Ocean – A Growing Threat
The energy fueling these disasters comes from the overheated ocean — a fact that is now beyond dispute. We’ve previously explained the causes of this oceanic warming in earlier episodes and in detail in the documentary "Climate Crisis and Ocean Pollution: Global Challenges and Solutions."
Now, let’s focus on how we can solve this problem.
Currently, the ocean is filled with plastic, which has altered its thermal conductivity and disrupted its ability to release heat from the Earth’s core into space via the atmosphere. By removing plastic from the ocean, including micro- and nanoplastics, we can restore the ocean’s natural role as the planet’s air conditioner.
A promising solution involves atmospheric water generators, which extract water directly from the air while filtering out microplastics and other pollutants. If scaled globally, this technology could reduce the intensity of storms, droughts, extreme temperature fluctuations, and other disasters. It could also solve the world’s water supply problem.
The impact would be noticeable within 2–3 years. By adopting this innovative approach, we can solve the global climate crisis and secure a future for our planet.