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Airplane Turbulence Could Double Or Triple In Coming Decades. Here’s Why

Keeping seat belt fastened at all times is the best way to minimize the risk of injury.In addition to rising seas and longer droughts, scientists now believe that global climate change could also make flying just a bit more turbulent in the near future. Turbulence happens when a plane flies through clashing bodies of air moving at widely different speeds. It usually results in nothing more than a bumpy ride, however, in worst cases, turbulence can cause severe damage and injuries.As per CNN, Paul Williams, a professor of atmospheric science at the University of Reading in the UK, explained that there is a scale for measuring how strong turbulence is. "There's light turbulence, which is a bit of strain against your seat belt, but food service can continue.. Then there's moderate turbule...