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Mar72025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Marine Heat Waves Surge by 240% Threatening Ocean Life and Climate Stability

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New Delhi: Scientists have raised alarms over a dramatic rise in marine heat waves with recent studies revealing a 240% surge in their frequency over the past year. These prolonged temperature spikes are wreaking havoc on marine ecosystems, intensifying storms and disrupting the delicate balance of oceanic life. Unprecedented Rise in Ocean Temperatures A study published in Nature Climate Change highlights how vast regions of the world’s oceans are now experiencing sustained heat waves at levels never seen before. Researchers from Australia and the U.K. warn that such extreme warming accelerates evaporation, leading to more intense weather events. The devastating Cyclone Gabrielle, which struck New Zealand in 2023, has been directly linked to this oceanic warming, underscoring the far...

Mar42025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

India Warns of Monsoon Cyclone Forecast Risks as US Climate Cuts Shake Global Weather Tracking

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Indian scientists have raised alarms over job cuts at the United States’ National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, warning that reduced climate observations could disrupt India’s monsoon forecasts and cyclone tracking. The layoffs, part of the Donald Trump administration’s efforts to reduce the federal workforce, have affected hundreds of meteorologists and climate experts responsible for weather monitoring and forecasting. Union Ministry of Earth Sciences Secretary M Ravichandran expressed concerns about the potential impact on weather predictions. He explained that fewer ocean observations mean less data for forecast models, ultimately reducing predictability. Climate scientist Roxy Mathew Koll from the Indian Institute for Tropical Meteorology called the NOAA layoffs a global ...

Feb222025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Global Heatwave Breaks Records Sparks Wildfires and Water Crises Canada

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A historic heatwave is sweeping across the Northern Hemisphere, breaking temperature records and triggering widespread wildfires, droughts, and power outages. With multiple countries facing extreme weather conditions, scientists warn that the crisis is a direct consequence of accelerating climate change. Records Shattered Across Continents The heatwave has gripped vast regions of North America, Europe, and Asia, pushing temperatures to unprecedented levels. In Phoenix, Arizona, thermometers hit 53°C (127°F), making it the hottest day in the city’s history. Across the Atlantic, Paris, France, recorded 45.9°C (114.6°F), forcing the government to issue emergency health warnings. In India’s capital, New Delhi, the mercury soared past 50°C (122°F) for the first time ever, causing mass hos...

Feb212025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Arctic Marine Mammals Facing High Mortality, Low Reproduction Due to Marine Heatwaves

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Marine mammals in the Arctic and Subarctic are suffering from increased mortality, reduced reproduction rates, and heightened vulnerability to disease due to marine heatwaves (MHWs), according to a new study. MHWs are periods of significantly elevated sea temperatures lasting from days to years, and the Arctic Ocean is predicted to be a future hotspot for such events. These temperature spikes can cover vast areas, ranging from a few kilometers to thousands. The study analyzed MHWs in the Bering and Barents Seas key pathways to the Arctic Ocean focusing on the 2017-2019 MHWs in the Bering and Chukchi Seas and the infamous 2014-2016 "Blob" in the northeast Pacific. Marine mammals like whales and sea lions often show delayed responses to MHWs due to their higher mobility and blubber ...

Feb112025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Record January Heat Shows La Niña Struggling to Cool a Warming World

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January 2025 has shattered temperature records, marking the hottest start to a year ever recorded 1.7°C above pre-industrial levels. Many climate watchers expected a cooling effect due to the natural La Niña phenomenon, but global warming appears to be overpowering it. Scientists now warn that human-driven ocean warming is beginning to overwhelm natural climate patterns, making temporary cooling phases like La Niña less effective. La Niña is part of the El Niño Southern Oscillation (ENSO), a climate pattern that influences global temperatures by shifting ocean heat between basins. While El Niño causes warming, La Niña typically brings cooler global temperatures by shifting heat away from the eastern Pacific. Historically, La Niña has helped suppress temperature spikes, but this year, ev...

Feb52025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Kerala Faces Early Heatwave as Munnar Remains a Chilly Haven

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Kerala is experiencing an unexpected surge in temperatures, months before summer officially begins. With the lingering effects of El Niño and the Uttarayan shift intensifying the heat, several districts are already witnessing scorching conditions, raising concerns about climate patterns and their impact on daily life. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has linked this rise in temperature to the sun’s northward movement, which brings it directly over the Tropic of Cancer. While most of Kerala struggles with unseasonal heat, Munnar the picturesque hill town in Idukki stands apart, recording freezing temperatures as low as zero degrees Celsius. Heatwave-Like Conditions Arrive Early January and February, usually mild months, have seen temperatures climb to alarming levels. Kann...

Jan242025 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Heatwaves in North America, Europe Could Intensify Twice as Expected Due to Soil Moisture Variations

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A new study has revealed that heatwaves in Eastern North America and Central Europe could become twice as intense as previously predicted, driven by variations in soil moisture. Published in Nature Communications, the research, led by Professor Douglas Maraun at the University of Graz with contributions from the University of Reading, highlights the potential for devastating temperature surges if global warming reaches 2°C. The study warns that extreme heat events in these regions could rise by up to 4°C, significantly outpacing moderate heatwave projections. This alarming trend mirrors the catastrophic heatwaves that hit Canada in 2021, India in 2022, and the Mediterranean in 2023. Reinhard Schiemann, a co-author of the study from the University of Reading, explained "While it’s kno...

Sep212024 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Summer of 2024 Breaks Heat Records as New Research Unveils Human-Caused Disruption in Earth’s Air Circulation Systems

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The summer of 2024 has officially become the hottest on record, marking a worrying milestone in a trend that scientists had long predicted. The intensifying heat and dryness, particularly in the Northern Hemisphere, have fueled severe droughts, heatwaves, wildfires, and crop failures across North America and Europe. These escalating conditions are increasingly threatening societies worldwide. A major contributor to these extreme weather patterns is the weakening of Earth's air circulation systems, a phenomenon that scientists now attribute directly to human activities. Two groundbreaking studies led by Dr. Rei Chemke of the Weizmann Institute of Science have uncovered the underlying cause of this weakening. Published in leading scientific journals, these studies reveal that manmade emis...

Sep102024 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Summer 2024 Becomes Hottest on Record, Likely Making 2024 Warmest Year Ever

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Summer 2024 has officially sweltered its way to becoming the hottest on record, according to the European climate service Copernicus. This milestone adds to the mounting evidence that 2024 is on track to be the warmest year ever measured by humanity. While a temporary La Niña event a cooling phenomenon affecting parts of the central Pacific is forecast for the last four months of the year, it’s unlikely to offset the unprecedented heat experienced throughout the year. Despite this cooling effect, the trend of extreme warmth is expected to continue, making it increasingly probable that 2024 will surpass all previous annual temperature records. Carlo Buontempo, a climate scientist at Copernicus, noted that while part of the record heat from last year was driven by the El Niño event, th...

Aug262024 by Editor DeskNo Comments

Unprecedented Winter Heatwave in Australia: A Stark Reminder of Climate Change

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Australia has experienced hot temperatures well above historical averages. Over the past weekend in Australia, large parts of the country saw record-breaking heat, raising concerns about the ongoing impact of climate change. In South Australia's outback town of Oodnadatta, temperatures soared to 38.5°C on Friday and an even hotter 39.4°C on Saturday about 16°C above average for this time of year. These temperatures shattered previous winter records for the state. Similar heatwaves were recorded across Australia, with the Bureau of Meteorology forecasting that the trend will continue into the coming week. A persistent high-pressure system over eastern Australia and the Tasman Sea is the main driver behind this unusual heatwave. This system has kept skies clear and brought northerly wi...