11 apocalyptic photos show how British cities could be transformed by climate change, according to AI

By Matthew Mohan-Hickson

21st Jun 2024, 9:00am

Climate change is one of the biggest threats we are set to face in the coming decades. If worst case scenarios are met, it could cause major changes to life in Britain in the near future.

The 1.5C warming limit was breached last year, climate scientists have warned. Prof Sir Bob Watson, a former chair of the UN's climate body, told the BBC Radio 4's Today Programme: “ This far exceeds anything that is acceptable. Look what's happened this year with only 1.5C - we've seen floods, we've seen droughts, we've seen heatwaves and wildfires all over the world."

For residents in Britain, a climate disaster could cause major changes to our cities and our way of lives. Increased flood, coastal erosion, heatwaves and more extreme weather events could all be a result.

But what would this look like? We asked AI image generator NightCafe to show how 11 cities could be changed in 50 years by climate change.

AI predictions show what impact climate change could have on major British cities. Photos via NightCafe

1. Climate Change in Britain

AI predictions show what impact climate change could have on major British cities. Photos via NightCafe | NightCafePhoto: NightCafe

ChatGPT warns: “Blackpool is likely to experience increased coastal erosion and more frequent and severe coastal flooding, which could threaten homes, businesses, and infrastructure along the coastline.” NightCafe has offered a look at what the impact of climate change on Blackpool could look like in 50 years above.

2. Blackpool

ChatGPT warns: “Blackpool is likely to experience increased coastal erosion and more frequent and severe coastal flooding, which could threaten homes, businesses, and infrastructure along the coastline.” NightCafe has offered a look at what the impact of climate change on Blackpool could look like in 50 years above. | NightCafePhoto: NightCafe

ChatGPT warns: “Coastal erosion could become more pronounced, affecting beaches, cliffs, and coastal defences. Increased frequency and intensity of storms and heavy rainfall can lead to both coastal and inland flooding. Brighton’s drainage systems may be overwhelmed, resulting in urban flooding.” NightCafe has offered a look at what the impact of climate change on Brighton could look like in 50 years above.

3. Brighton

ChatGPT warns: “Coastal erosion could become more pronounced, affecting beaches, cliffs, and coastal defences. Increased frequency and intensity of storms and heavy rainfall can lead to both coastal and inland flooding. Brighton’s drainage systems may be overwhelmed, resulting in urban flooding.” NightCafe has offered a look at what the impact of climate change on Brighton could look like in 50 years above. | NightCafePhoto: NightCafe

ChatGPT warns: “Although Scotland generally has a cooler climate, rising global temperatures could lead to more frequent and intense heatwaves. This could have health implications, particularly for vulnerable populations such as the elderly and those with preexisting health conditions.” NightCafe has offered a look at what the impact of climate change on Edinburgh could look like in 50 years above.

4. Edinburgh

ChatGPT warns: “Although Scotland generally has a cooler climate, rising global temperatures could lead to more frequent and intense heatwaves. This could have health implications, particularly for vulnerable populations such as the elderly and those with preexisting health conditions.” NightCafe has offered a look at what the impact of climate change on Edinburgh could look like in 50 years above. | NightCafePhoto: NightCafe

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