Marine heatwaves are events where ocean temperatures rise to extreme levels and hold steady for at least five days. These heat waves, that occur over the ocean, are likely to extend to 220-250 days a year by 2050, warns a new study. With increasing marine heatwaves, cyclones can intensify, putting fisheries and people living along the coastline, at risk, reports Mongabay India writer Nidhi Jamwal
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Marine heatwaves since Oct 2023 have led to 75% coral bleaching in Lakshadweep Sea, threatening marine ecosystems, livelihoods, and biodiversity. | Latest News India
The heatwave conditions are likely to continue over East India till May 5, and over south Peninsular India till May 6, and abate thereafter, IMD has said | Latest News India