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Cold Blob in Atlantic Signals AMOC Weakening

Updated 2026-06-04 19:20 UTC 1 source Neutral

A mysterious cooling patch of ocean south-east of Greenland suggests the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC) is weakening. This could indicate a significant climate change event.

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Mysterious ‘cold blob’ in the Atlantic suggests the AMOC is weakening

A patch of ocean south-east of Greenland is the only place on Earth that is cooling, and it could be a sign that the warm water "conveyor belt" in the Atlantic is slowing down

2026-06-04 15:00 UTC