Atlantic Ocean Current Collapse Could Plunge Europe into Extreme Winters
A recent study published on June 11, 2025 has shown that a complete collapse of the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC) could cause severe winter cooling across Europe — even in a globally warmer world.
What is AMOC and why does it matter?
- AMOC is a major Atlantic current system that moves warm water north and cold water south, moderating Europe’s climate.
- It helps transport heat from the tropics to higher latitudes, maintaining mild winters in northern Europe.
- Climate change, especially Greenland ice melt, adds freshwater to the North Atlantic, disrupting this system.
What did the study find?
- Researchers used the Community ....
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