http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-11152077
h/t to Jimbo
David Parker, at the Hadley Centre for Climate Prediction and Research in Berkshire, says ultimately, British children could have only virtual experience of snow. Via the internet, they might wonder at polar scenes – or eventually “feel” virtual cold.
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“We all believe what the scientists have been telling us for years now“
What’s not to believe?
within a few years winter snowfall will become “a very rare and exciting event”. “Children just aren’t going to know what snow is,
– David Viner CRU – 2000
“The West Side Highway [which runs along the Hudson River] will be under water. And there will be tape across the windows across the street because of high winds. And the same birds won’t be there. The trees in the median strip will change.” Then he said, “There will be more police cars.” Why? “Well, you know what happens to crime when the heat goes up.”
– James Hansen – 1988
Actually, it isn’t fair to lump Homer in with the other two clowns.