Scientists are likely to record a global average temperature of more than 1.5C above pre-industrial levels over the next five years, the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) has said.There is a 66% chance of this temperature being recorded at least once between now and 2027 - which would mark the first time in human history.

Scientists are likely to record a global average temperature of more than 1.5C above pre-industrial levels over the next five years, the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) has said.There is a 66% chance of this temperature being recorded at least once between now and 2027 - which would mark the first time in human history.