Heat Wave Linked To At Least 116 Deaths In Oregon

Portland experienced a record high temperature of 116 degrees, leading to numerous heat-related deaths. A scientific analysis attributes this extreme heat wave to human-induced climate change, which has increased the likelihood of such events. Although rare, these heat waves are expected to become more frequent and intense as global warming progresses. The World Weather Attribution predicts that what is now considered a once-in-a-millennium event could occur every five to ten years if the Earth warms by another 1.4 degrees, a scenario that could unfold in the next 40 to 50 years if carbon emissions continue at their current rate.

What was the record high temperature reached in Portland during the heat wave?

• 110 degrees

• 125 degrees

• 116 degrees

• 120 degrees

According to the scientific analysis, what was a major factor in the occurrence of the heat wave?

• Natural climate cycles

• Human-caused climate change

• Volcanic activity

• Solar flares

How often are similar heat waves expected to occur in the future as global warming continues?

• Every 5 to 10 years

• Every 20 to 30 years

• Every 1 to 2 years

• Every 50 to 100 years

What is the expected temperature increase that could lead to more frequent heat waves?

• 3.0 degrees

• 2.0 degrees

• 1.4 degrees

• 0.5 degrees

If carbon pollution continues at its current rate, how soon could the Earth warm by another 1.4 degrees?

• In 10 to 20 years

• In 40 to 50 years

• In 60 to 70 years

• In 20 to 30 years