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A 'cold blob' in the Atlantic could be a sign of AMOC shutdown – CNN

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Scientists have spotted a troubling sign in the Atlantic Ocean—a persistent region of unusually cold water, known as a cold blob. According to CNN reporting, this could indicate a weakening of AMOC, the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation, a major ocean current system that regulates climate for millions. If AMOC shuts down, Europe could face colder winters and global weather patterns could shift dramatically. It's a potential climate tipping point with major implications.

Source: https://www.cnn.com/2026/06/12/climate/cold-blob-atlantic...

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