Extreme Precipitation Events Increasing in Lancang River Basin, Signaling Climate Crisis.
Extreme precipitation events are becoming more common due to climate change. A study focused on the Lancang River Basin from 1960 to 2005 found that heavy rain is increasing while light rain is decreasing. This trend is likely linked to global warming. The basin's extreme precipitation frequency has notably risen, indicating a shift towards more intense rainfall. The randomness of the climate system may play a role in this increase.