Signs That Gulf Stream Is At Risk Of Collapse
A shutdown of the currents would have devastating global impact and must be prevented, say worried scientists.
Such an event would have catastrophic consequences around the world, and would:
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Severely disrupt the rains that billions of people depend on for food in India, South America and west Africa.
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Increase storms and lower temperatures in Europe, and push up the sea level in eastern North America.
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Further endanger the Amazon rainforest and Antarctic ice sheets.
In The Rain / The Dramatics
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