We’re in a heatwave, so why is a ‘cold blob’ in the Atlantic causing so much concern?
Scientists are warning that the collapse of the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC) may already be inevitable.
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What is the 'cold blob'?
It is a phenomenon in the Atlantic causing concern during a heatwave, linked to the potential collapse of ocean currents.
Which ocean current is at risk of collapse?
The Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC).
Where else are tidal shifts occurring?
Coverage from the Environment Journal identifies tidal shifts in the Arctic and Patagonia.
Where it stands
A 'cold blob' in the Atlantic is fueling concerns regarding the collapse of the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC). According to coverage from Yahoo and New Scientist, this collapse may already be 'locked in.' Reporting from the Environment Journal highlights additional scientific concern regarding tidal shifts occurring in both Patagonia and the Arctic.
The Independent further examines the paradox of this cold blob appearing amidst a broader heatwave. Future attention is focused on the potential for a full collapse of the AMOC and the ongoing impacts of tidal shifts at the poles.
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Sources (8)
- Slowing Atlantic current could fuel stronger California atmospheric rivers by century's end Phys.org · 45d ago
- Slowing Atlantic current fueling stronger California storms University of California, Riverside · 45d ago
- Collapse of Atlantic Currents May Already Be ‘Locked In’ Yale E360 · 45d ago
- Poles apart: Patagonia and Arctic tidal shifts spark scientific concern Environment Journal · 45d ago
- Collapse of Atlantic Currents May Already Be ‘Locked In’ Yahoo · 45d ago
- Poles apart: Patagonia and Arctic tidal shifts spark scientific concern Environment Journal · 45d ago
- Collapse of AMOC ocean current may already be locked in New Scientist · 45d ago
- We’re in a heatwave, so why is a ‘cold blob’ in the Atlantic causing so much concern? The Independent · 45d ago broke it first
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