Gulf Stream

A study suggests that due to melting glaciers, there is a looming threat of the Gulf Stream shutting down, which could lead to extreme climate changes within decades.

About Gulf Stream:

• The Gulf Stream is a powerful warm ocean current that originates in the Gulf of Mexico.
• It is a part of the North Atlantic subtropical gyre, driven by the rotation of the Earth and the difference in temperature and salinity of water masses.
• It flows along the eastern coast of North America, known as the U.S. East Coast.
• After leaving the Gulf of Mexico, it follows a northward path along the Atlantic seaboard, reaching as far north as the Grand Banks off Newfoundland.

Impact on Climate:

• It warms the atmosphere, moderates temperatures, and has a profound influence on weather patterns, especially along the eastern coast of North America and Western Europe.

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