When the Doomsday Clock hits midnight, it symbolically represents the occurrence of a global catastrophe. The Doomsday Clock is a metaphorical representation of how close humanity is to self-destruction due to various threats, including nuclear weapons and climate change. The time of the clock is currently set at 90 seconds to midnight, which is the closest it has ever been set to midnight. This setting reflects the heightened risks posed by factors such as nuclear proliferation, the climate crisis, state-sponsored disinformation, and disruptive technology
. The actual event of the Doomsday Clock hitting midnight does not trigger any physical or scientific consequences; rather, it serves as a symbolic warning about the urgency of addressing the existential threats facing humanity.
