Turkey's Minister Kurum Warns of Climate Crisis at WMO, Cites Nepal Disaster
COP31 President Murat Kurum told a WMO briefing in Geneva that early warning systems are vital as climate risks hit lives and infrastructure.
KEY POINTS
- COP31 President Murat Kurum spoke at WMO headquarters in Geneva on Sept 16
- Cited Nepal glacial flood killing 1,386 with 5,130+ missing as climate crisis proof
- Turkey saw record rainfall swing: driest in 52 years (2025) to wettest in 66 years (2026)
- Kurum met WMO Secretary-General Celeste Saulo to discuss early warning systems
- Stressed observation and timely alerts are now a core humanitarian security issue
Environment Minister Murat Kurum, serving as COP31 President, addressed a high-level briefing at the World Meteorological Organization headquarters in Geneva on September 16. He stated the global climate system is experiencing its most unstable period in recorded history.
Kurum pointed to a recent glacial lake outburst flood in Nepal as a stark example of climate impacts. The disaster killed 1,386 people and left over 5,130 missing after destroying settlements, roads, bridges, and energy infrastructure.
“If you ask what the result of climate change is, we can clearly show you Nepal.”
The minister highlighted Turkey's own volatile precipitation patterns. He noted 2025 saw the lowest rainfall in 52 years, while 2026 reached the highest level in 66 years, causing simultaneous floods and wildfires.
Kurum held a bilateral meeting with WMO Secretary-General Celeste Saulo during the session. He emphasized that accurate observation, forecasting, and timely warnings are now fundamental to humanitarian security.
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