🌋 World Climate Research Programme releases a landmark report on global atmospheric impacts of the 2022 Hunga volcanic eruption. Under the APARC project, this international assessment brings together 159 scientists from 21 countries to analyze the most explosive volcanic event of the satellite era. 🔍 Key findings: 🟦 Increased global stratospheric water vapor by ~10% (still present in 2025) 🟦 Caused 0.5–1°C cooling in mid-to-upper stratosphere, >1°C in mesosphere 🟦 Minor impact on Antarctic

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