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The current El Niño has intensified beyond normal measured levels, with conditions described by meteorologists as going 'off the charts' and combining into a 'perfect storm' for global weather. The strengthening pattern is expected to drive extreme heat, storms and disrupted rainfall across many regions, adding to concerns about record global temperatures and warming oceans.
- 2New method shows oceans warming faster than climate models estimate▼How much are the world's oceans warming? New method reveals double-digit percentage gaps from climate models
Scientists have developed a new method for measuring how quickly the world's oceans are warming, and it points to double-digit percentage gaps compared with existing climate models. The findings suggest current models may be underestimating ocean heat uptake, with implications for sea level rise projections and global warming estimates. The study is drawing attention among climate researchers and science media this week.
- 3Three swimmers rescued off Ocean City after storm creates rip currents▼3 swimmers rescued in Ocean City as storm damage created "dangerous rip currents"
Three swimmers were rescued in Ocean City after storm damage created dangerous rip currents along the coast. Emergency crews pulled the swimmers from the water, and officials are warning beachgoers about hazardous conditions left behind by the storm. Authorities are urging people to stay out of the surf or swim only where lifeguards are on duty while the dangerous currents persist.
- 4VLIZ pushes global ocean observation at UN General Assembly▼VLIZ fully committed to global ocean observation at UN General Assembly in New York
The Flanders Marine Institute (VLIZ) is presenting its work on international ocean observation during the UN General Assembly in New York. The institute says it is fully committed to strengthening worldwide monitoring of the seas, aligning with UN efforts to coordinate ocean data collection and marine research. The announcement highlights Belgium's role in global ocean science cooperation.
- 5South Ocean Beach Surf Report and Forecast▼South Ocean Beach Surf Report, Surf Forecast and Surf Cams
Surfers are checking the latest surf report and forecast for South Ocean Beach, which includes live surf cams, wave heights and conditions. The report helps locals and visitors decide when the beach is best for surfing.
- 6Ocean City issues swimming advisory after three rescued in rough surf▼Ocean City issues swimming advisory; 3 rescued in rough surf
Ocean City, Maryland has issued a swimming advisory after three people were rescued from rough surf along its beaches. Authorities are warning swimmers to stay out of the water or use extreme caution while dangerous conditions persist. The incident highlights the risks posed by strong currents and heavy surf along the resort town's coastline.
- 7Divers spot moray eel around the Gili Islands●Moray eel # gili # giliislands # lombok # diving # scuba # trawangan # diveandstay # giliair # singapore # ocean # seali
Divers in the Gili Islands, off Lombok in Indonesia, are sharing sightings of a moray eel during scuba dives around Gili Trawangan and Gili Air. The area is a popular dive destination, and posts tagged with scuba and marine life hashtags are drawing attention from diving communities, including travellers from Singapore.