Mount Fuji has not experienced any snowfall for the first time in 130 years, raising concerns about climate change.
Mount Fuji bare of snow: A climate change warningIn a striking development, Japan’s iconic Mount Fuji has not seen a single flake of snow. This marks the latest date without snow in 130 years.The absence of the snowcap, which typically begins forming in early October, has prompted discussions about the impact of climate change on this majestic peak.
Japanese authorities introduced an entry fee and imposed a daily cap on the number of climbers. This resulted in a 14 per cent drop in numbers compared to previous years.The current record-breaking date has shattered previous milestones, surpassing the prior latest dates of 26 October. They were were observed in 1955 and 2016.“The high temperatures we’ve experienced this summer have persisted into the autumn, preventing the cold air needed for snow formation.
It is imperative that we take action now to safeguard not just our environment, but the natural beauty that draws visitors from around the globe.Temperatures expected to exceed 40°C in some regions as the heatwave makes way this weekend, SA weather service warned. Law enforcement officials and emergency services are ready to act on unlawful incidents associated with Guy Fawkes Day on 5 November.
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