A significant marine heatwave has been recorded in the United Kingdom. According to the latest data, this heatwave is affecting coastal areas along the east coast, from Durham to Aberdeen, as well as the northwest coast of Ireland. There are temperature anomalies of more than 5 degrees Celsius in the North Sea and above 8 degrees Celsius in the Baltic Sea. These sea surface temperatures are above average for this season. The maritime heatwave has been categorized as an Intense Category IV or V occurrence. This is extremely rare for this time of summer, as stated by the European Space … Continue reading Unprecedented Marine Heatwave Strikes UK and Ireland, Threatening Ecosystems and Human Health