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Debunked: A misleading graph of the warmest springs on record actually reveals Ireland is getting hotter (opens original article in a new tab)

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A misleading graph shared by MMA coach John Kavanagh to suggest Ireland's climate is stable actually reveals the country is getting hotter, as it cherry-picks the top 10 warmest springs and distorts the timeline.

  • A graph shared by MMA coach John Kavanagh to downplay climate change concerns actually shows Ireland is getting hotter.
  • The graph cherry-picks the top 10 warmest springs, creating a misleading impression of stable temperatures over time.
  • Met Éireann's data and climate research indicate rising temperatures and increased weather extremes in Ireland.

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