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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Climate
- Yahoo
Researchers issue warning after new study reveals powerful phenomenon causing flooding along coast: 'Poses threats to both lives and infrastructure'
New research indicates that a climate-change weakened network of ocean currents is a cause of a significant portion of flooding along the northeast coast of the United States. A vital ocean system, referenced by some as the Earth's "cardiovascular system," is shifting and contributing to flooding events. CNN reported that a new study, published in mid-May by Science Advances, showed that from 2005 to 2022 the U.S. Northeast experienced up to eight days of flooding annually due to sea level changes driven by a slowdown of the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation. This means roughly 20% to 50% of total flooding events at monitored sites could be linked to the weakening AMOC. While extreme weather like flooding has always occurred, human activities are intensifying it. As a 2024 post from the Union of Concerned Scientists explained, human activity has caused temperatures to rise globally, melting ice sheets and dumping huge amounts of freshwater into the North Atlantic. "Because of this," according to the UCS, "the ocean waters in the north are less salty and less dense than before," upending delicately balanced circulation patterns. Less dense and warmer water takes up greater space, leading sea levels to rise along with the temperatures. This research is part of a growing body of work demonstrating how a weakening AMOC can strengthen flooding events. Higher sea levels can supercharge floods and storm surges, causing powerful waters to reach further inland. They can also make flooding more frequent by setting the baseline much closer to flood status — just as a mostly full glass of water is more likely to spill over with just a little added on top. Study co-author Liping Zhang, who is also a scientist at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, told CNN that flooding in the Northeast coastal states can "reshape the coastal environment … (and) poses threats to both lives and infrastructure in coastal regions." That could mean sudden basement floods in homes never before prone to such issues or washed-out roads delaying commutes and cutting off vital services to those in need. Public works and recreational areas could also sustain dangerous and costly destruction, threatening human health and safety too. Do you think your city has good air quality? Definitely Somewhat Depends on the time of year Not at all Click your choice to see results and speak your mind. Such hazards could end up forcing some residents and even whole communities to relocate, with marginalized populations facing disproportionate impacts. High sea levels can also displace barrier islands and critically damage wildlife habitats. The NOAA has called for a cost-effective and enhanced observation network across the Atlantic Ocean to spot where AMOC changes originate. Meanwhile, experts at a January 2025 JPI Climate meeting agreed to complete a report covering potential tipping points, consequences, and mitigation strategies. Research like this new study can arm experts with the information they need to understand the coming dangers and plan for how to help communities counter and navigate them. In the U.S., efforts to prevent Northeast flooding are underway, including marsh restoration and flood resilience initiatives. Eco-friendly practices could help limit further disruption of the AMOC by mitigating temperature rise, and one option for homeowners is to reduce the production of heat-trapping pollution by leveraging a clean, renewable source like solar energy. Installing solar panels together with a battery system comes with added benefits, like ensuring a home's access to power in the wake of weather-related grid outages and significantly lowering energy bills. Resources like the free tool from EnergySage can also help residents compare vetted local installers, with the potential to save homeowners up to $10,000. Helping whole communities to learn about the benefits of cleaner options can multiply the effect and galvanize actions close to home with the possibility of far-reaching impacts. Organizing local walking and biking groups, for example, and supporting public transit can help cut back on planet-warming gases. Join our free newsletter for good news and useful tips, and don't miss this cool list of easy ways to help yourself while helping the planet.
India.com
20-05-2025
- Politics
- India.com
'Silent nuclear blast to cause massive destruction...,' chilling prediction by 'living Nostradamus' who predicted Corona
New Delhi: Athos Salomi is also known as the Living Nostradamus. Salomi, who predicted dozens of global events for 2024, has expressed concern over a 'silent nuclear explosion' that is just seconds away from the world. Let's find out what predictions Living Nostradamus has made that have caused an uproar. According to a report by the Daily Mail, Salomi has issued several terrifying warnings considering the current geopolitical scenario and the increasing conflicts around the world. He has stated that the war in Ukraine will end, but no one will emerge victorious. Additionally, he warned of an 'invisible war' that could blow up a nuclear reactor, causing massive devastation. Athos has warned about the 'partial shutdown' of the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC), also known as the Gulf Stream. This will have a terrible impact on temperatures in Europe. He also expressed concern about a severe drought in Western Europe and the possibility of sudden floods in cities like New York, Mumbai, and Lagos. Salome has predicted an unannounced agreement stating that by 2025 the conflict will stabilize, borders will become stable, and Ukraine will become a 'buffer state'. Salome warned that there will be no winners in this war; it will end due to economic reasons. Meanwhile, Salome stated that there will be a war that is not broadcast on television, but it continues every day. One such conflict includes the underground conflict between Iran and Israel. Drone attacks, industrial sabotage, and cyberattacks have already created a silent stage for war. Heavy devastation will be caused by a nuclear reactor explosion. The biggest threat is the destruction of the Iranian nuclear reactor, which will have global environmental and political repercussions. This will lead to massive devastation. He warned that the world is just seconds away from a silent nuclear explosion. Only three world leaders are aware of the true severity of this threat. Wealthy individuals are already preparing. In this regard, Salome revealed that the behaviour of wealthy people around the world indicates that they are already preparing for such a disaster, while pretending that everything is fine in front of the common people. Such individuals are trying to obtain passports from neutral countries like Switzerland, United Arab Emirates (UAE), and Singapore.
Time of India
20-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Living Nostradamus who predicted Covid issues chilling warning of impending nuclear crisis as billionaires are already ready for it
A man from Brazil named Athos Salome who is 38 years old is being called the 'Living Nostradamus' because of his accurate predictions. He predicted big events like the Covid pandemic , Queen Elizabeth's death, and the Microsoft global outage. Now, he has made a scary warning about a 'silent nuclear crisis' that could happen any second, claims report. Athos Salome Prediction As per the DailyMail report, he says the Ukraine war will not officially end, but it will 'freeze' with no winner declared. Ukraine will become a 'buffer state', and borders will stay frozen. The real reason for this frozen war is to prevent a financial crash in Europe, not just about territory. As mentioned in the DailyMail report, Salome believes it's not about winning the war, but about being worn out economically. He says borders are quietly being reshaped, not in a physical way, but through money and finance. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Dog licks arent kisses. Heres what your dog really means when it licks you. Novelodge Undo Salome says the world's richest 1% are already preparing for a big disaster in 2025 , even though they act like things are stable. These elites are buying gold and land in 'safe' places like Uruguay and Alberta. They are also stocking up on medicines, seeds, food, and investing in secret AI tech and offline neuro interfaces. Many of them are getting second passports from neutral countries like Switzerland, UAE, and Singapore. He warns of a hidden conflict between Iran and Israel that isn't shown on TV. This silent war includes drone attacks, industrial sabotage, and cyber-attacks. The biggest danger is that a nuclear reactor in Iran might be destroyed, which would cause a global environmental and political crisis. He says only three world leaders know the real danger of this situation. His exact words, 'The world is just seconds away from a silent nuclear crisis', this information was shared by FEMAIL. Live Events Salome says the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation, also called the Gulf Stream, is likely to partially collapse in 2025. He claims secret data from the European Space Agency and NOAA, which is a US weather agency, show a 70%+ chance of this happening by December 2025. This collapse will bring drought to Western Europe in summer, followed by weird tropical storms between September to November. It could also cause farming failure in South Asia and African Sahel and flash floods in big cities like New York, Mumbai, and Lagos. He says central banks are already quietly adjusting their climate risk reports because of these secret warnings. Salome says 2025 will also be the year when a new 'Innovation Route' is born, an alliance between India and China in science and tech. This new path skips over the traditional Western financial systems like SWIFT and the US dollar. The alliance focuses on biotech, semiconductors, and quantum energy, creating a whole new tech-finance system that doesn't depend on Washington or Frankfurt. As mentioned in the report by FEMAIL, Salome states that 'The invisible is on full display for those who know where to look. Time is no longer on our side, but knowledge may still be.' FAQs Q1. Who is Athos Salome? He is a man who predicts events before it happens like Covid and Queen Elizabeth's death. Q2. What is the silent nuclear crisis warning about? Athos Salome says a hidden war could damage a nuclear reactor, causing global problems.
NDTV
19-05-2025
- Science
- NDTV
Why The US Coast Faces Flood Threat? Damning Study Sounds The Alarm
The northeast coast of the US is witnessing more flooding events in recent years owing to the slowdown of a major current in the Atlantic Ocean that is boosting the sea level, a new study has shown. The Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC) influences climate, weather and sea levels around the planet by transporting heat, salt and freshwater through the ocean, but scientists are worried that it is weakening. The study published last week in the American Association for the Advancement of Science used data from tide gauges (an instrument used to monitor sea level change) and complex ocean models to calculate how the AMOC has affected flooding in the region. "The US Northeast Coast (USNEC) has been identified as a hotspot for accelerated sea level rise over the North Atlantic (NA) Ocean in the most recent decades," the study highlighted. The findings showed that between 2005 and 2022, up to 50 per cent of flooding events along the northeastern coast were driven by a weaker AMOC. With the climate is continuously changing and the atmosphere warming, scientists fear that fresh water from melting polar ice sheets could significantly disrupt or collapse the AMOC, leading to devastating consequences. "If the AMOC collapsed, this would dramatically increase the flood frequency along the US coast, even in the absence of strong storms," Liping Zhang at the Geophysical Fluid Dynamics Laboratory of the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) in New Jersey told New Scientist. "Even partial weakening [of the current] can already have substantial impacts." This is not the first instance when scientists have warned about the collapse of AMOC. A study published last year claimed that the impending disaster, accelerated by human-induced climate change, could occur as early as the late 2030s. While the new study paints a picture of gloom, there is a silver lining. Since natural cycles in the AMOC's strength are largely predictable, scientists could forecast which years will see lots of flooding, up to three in advance. This foresight could help authorities make decisions about emergency preparedness and related infrastructure in time.
Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Science
- Yahoo
A crucial system of ocean currents is slowing. It's already supercharging sea level rise in the US.
Flooding on the US Northeast coast has risen significantly as a critical network of Atlantic Ocean currents weakens, according to a new study — an alarming glimpse into the future as some scientists warn the current system could be just decades from collapse. The Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation, known as the AMOC, works like a vast conveyor belt, transporting heat, salt and freshwater through the ocean and influencing climate, weather and sea levels around the planet. Coastal flooding is caused by a cluster of factors, chief among them climate change-driven sea level rise, but the AMOC also plays a critical role in the Northeast, according to the study published Friday in the American Association for the Advancement of Science. Scientists used data from tide gauges — instruments which monitor sea level change — combined with complex ocean models to calculate how the AMOC has affected flooding in the region over the past decades. They found between 2005 and 2022, up to 50% of flooding events along the northeastern coast were driven by a weaker AMOC. Drilling down, that means AMOC-driven sea level rise contributed to up to eight flood days a year over this period. The models used by the scientists also give a glimpse into the future, allowing them to forecast coastal flooding frequency in the Northeast up to three years in advance, according to the study. The idea that the AMOC is influencing sea level rise in this region is not new, but this study is the first to find it's substantially affecting flood frequency, said Liping Zhang, a study author and project scientist at the Geophysical Fluid Dynamics Laboratory, part of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. There are two main reasons why the AMOC affects sea level rise, said David Thornally, professor of ocean and climate science at University College London, who was not involved in the research. A strong AMOC is typically associated with dense deep water that flows along the western boundary of the North Atlantic. When the AMOC weakens, water becomes less dense, literally taking up more space and fueling sea level rise. A weaker AMOC also affects the flow of the Gulf Stream, causing water to flow back onto the coastal shelf and increasing sea level rise at the coast. Rising seas are a huge and urgent issue for society as the climate warms, making it vital to better understand how it's being affected, Zhang told CNN. Coastal flooding can 'reshape the coastal environment… (and) poses threats to both lives and infrastructure in coastal regions,' she said. The findings will be very useful for helping society better predict and plan for costly and devastating flooding events, UCL's Thornally told CNN. 'A study like this is a good way to demonstrate the day-to-day impacts of changes AMOC, rather than invoking dramatic scenes from Hollywood disaster movies which are exaggerated and thus easily dismissed,' he told CNN, referring to the movie The Day After Tomorrow, which depicts the world plunging into a deep freeze after the AMOC collapses. As the research relies on climate models, the results will depend on how well these represent the physics of the real world, he cautioned. 'The high resolution means it probably does a good job — and it can mimic observed sea-level patterns — but it won't be perfect,' he said, especially as this is a complex area of the ocean where different currents meet. Gerard McCarthy, an oceanographer at Maynooth University in Ireland, also not involved in the research, said the study is significant because it shows 'how AMOC can help predict sea level extremes along this coast.' A slew of recent research has pointed to signs the AMOC could be on course to significantly weaken over the next decades as climate change warms oceans and melts ice, disrupting its delicate balance of heat and salinity. This would have catastrophic planetary impacts, including on sea level rise. 'The science is still not clear,' McCarthy said, but a collapse would be a 'high-impact event and it is critical that we know what to expect.'
