interesting. reading further the scientists predicted a 1.5c short term increase in temperatures in 4-5 years following this. so this could be directly attributable to this years sudden increased heat. would explain why 100year old records getting smashed.
the obvious answer is to have the emergency stop, end all use of fossil fuels. this will bring about close down of most the economy, but if thats necessary then thats what's needed. could go with high carbon taxes, just allow the middle classes and rich to carry on, while making cost of living...