The Mediterranean Sea reached its highest recorded temperature on August 15, surpassing the previous record set in July 2023.

The Mediterranean Sea has reached its highest recorded temperature on August 15, surpassing the previous record set in July 2023, according to Spain's Institut de Ciencies del Mar. This marks the second consecutive summer with higher temperatures than the 2003 heatwave. The Mediterranean region is classified as a hotspot of climate change, with oceans absorbing 90% of excess heat produced by human activity since the industrial age. This overheating could impact marine life, potentially threatening fish stocks and food security in certain areas of the globe.

August 16, 2024
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