environment-climate-science3.015 min read "Warning: Atlantic Ocean Current Nearing Catastrophic Collapse, Scientists Say"
New data confirms that the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC), a major ocean current, is on the verge of collapse due to increasing freshwater input from melting glaciers and greater rainfall, leading to decreased salinity and density. An early warning system has been identified, suggesting that the tipping point for AMOC collapse could occur within the next few decades. The potential collapse of AMOC could have severe impacts on global climate, including disrupting ecosystems, food security, and weather patterns. This research highlights the urgent need to address the destabilization of this critical ocean current.
1 year ago•Source: ScienceAlert
