That’s one of my favorite sayings! It’s by Yogi Berra I believe! Who doesn’t love Yogi Berra.
Yes, predicting the future IS hard, but it’s more doable when you are predicting chemical reactions. In this case, scientists—being naturally cautious—understated the speed that our climate problems would come upon us.
The thrust of events is clear; the finer details less so.
BTW — I have a friend who knew Yogi. He was as funny and charming in person as he appeared on TV.