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Kevin Hester's avatar

Another day, another so called "Black Swan", a consequence of carrying out an unregulated, uncontrolled, parameter free experiment on the atmosphere and oceans.

Guy and I have reported on how the reduction of shipping aerosols have contributed to unusually high sea surface temperatures.

Until now we didn't know that it also disrupted atmospheric wind patterns, this would explain to a degree, why all the models are uncertain about the ENSO evolution later this year.

I dwell on the issue of the El Niño because it's so influential on the climate system.

Guy did an analysis on the El Niño in December last year titled "Did El Niño Cause the Worst of the Previous Mass Extinction Events?" which I'll drop below for further reference!

https://guymcpherson.com/did-el-nino-cause-the-worst-of-the-previous-mass-extinction-events/

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Guy R McPherson's avatar

At some point, we will be forced to call this collection of black swans a flock. Our unreplicated, unplanned experiment will have more consequences and not all of them will be favorable for humans.

Thank you for sharing, liking, and adding to my work. You’re the consummate colleague, Kevin.

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