Global Warming and Methane Emissions: Some Recent Case Reports

Verkhoyansk (North East Siberia), located north of the Arctic Circle and about 3,000 miles east of Moscow, is regarded as the coldest region in the Northern Hemisphere. During winter, Verkhoyansk is one of the coldest spots in the world, with temperatures frequently dropping well below -50oC. However, in recent times, during June 2020, this region has stood out for its above-extreme temperature, showing a record increment in temperature to around 38oC