A group of climatologists has warned of a serious threat that could descend on Europe.
According to their research, there is a high risk of a collapse of the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC), which includes the famous Gulf Stream. This ocean current plays a key role in regulating the climate in the North Atlantic, transporting heat from the tropics to the northern regions. In an open letter to the Nordic Council, scientists say new research indicates that the risks of stopping AMOS have been underestimated. This event could still happen in the coming decades and could have catastrophic consequences for Europe and the whole world.
The main reason for the weakening and possible collapse of AMOS is global warming. Melting glaciers and increased desalination of the North Atlantic are disrupting the natural processes of ocean current circulation. Scientists are calling on the world community to take urgent action to combat climate change. Reducing greenhouse gas emissions and switching to renewable energy sources are the only ways to prevent the catastrophic consequences of the collapse of the Gulf Stream.
It is important to note that the probability of an AMOS collapse is still a subject of scientific debate. However, given the seriousness of the potential consequences, scientists call for vigilance and decisive action.
