Climate change would be causing acceleration in the intensity of Hurricane Idalia

Rising water temperatures in the Gulf of Mexico, a result ofclimate change, would be causing acceleration of the intensity of theHurricane Idalia, according to the experts' criteria.

On the way to Florida, several meteorologists predict a rapid intensification of the atmospheric phenomenon, generating significant concerns about the potential devastating impact on the area.

This Tuesday, the National Hurricane Center (NHC) issued a warning about the'notable risk' that Idalia will experience rapid intensification before landfall.

Water temperatures in South Florida reached nearly 38 degrees Celsius this summer, an anomalous phenomenon that provides ideal conditions for rapid storm strengthening, according toCNN.

Global warming has raised ocean temperatures 1 to 2 degrees Celsius above normal for this time of year, creating an environment conducive to storms gaining strength in a short time.

Rapid intensification, defined as an increase in wind speed of at least 56 km/h in 24 hours or less, has become more frequent, making preparation more difficult and increasing the danger of storms.

According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), more than 90% of the planet's warming in the last 50 years has occurred in the oceans.

This situation highlights how the climate crisis is exacerbating the threat of hurricanes, since warmer waters allow for an accelerated strengthening of these phenomena.