UN chief issues global SOS as new reports warn Pacific sea-level …
WEBAug 27, 2024 · CNN — A “worldwide catastrophe” is imperiling Pacific Islands and the world must respond to the unprecedented and devastating impacts of rising seas “before it is too late,” the United Nations...
The worldwide catastrophe of rising seas especially imperils Pacific ...
WEBAug 27, 2024 · The Pacific is getting hit hard despite only producing 0.2% of heat-trapping gases causing climate change and expanding oceans, the UN said. The largest chunk of the sea rise is from melting ice sheets in Antarctica and Greenland.
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WEBA powerful 6.5 magnitude earthquake in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of El Salvador has shaken much of Central America from Nicaragua to Guatemala, sending residents in some cities streaming into the streets.
Tsunami Signs of ‘Significant’ Tsunami Damage Are Seen in Tonga
WEBJan 15, 2022 · An underwater volcano erupted on Saturday near the remote Pacific nation of Tonga, triggering tsunami warnings across the South Pacific and for the West Coast of the United States, and causing...
Climate change: Surging seas are coming for us all, warns UN chief - BBC
WEBThe Pacific islands are in grave danger from rising sea levels. The United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has said that big polluters have a clear responsibility to cut emissions – or...
Climate change: Something strange is happening in the Pacific …
WEBAug 1, 2023 · Environment. Something strange is happening in the Pacific and we must find out why. Unexpectedly, the eastern Pacific Ocean is cooling. If this “cold tongue” continues, it could reduce...
The Great Pacific Garbage Patch is now so huge and permanent …
WEBApr 17, 2023 · Scientists have found thriving communities of coastal creatures, including tiny crabs and anemones, living thousands of miles from their original home on plastic debris in the Great Pacific...
Live updates: Tonga hit with tsunami after volcanic eruption - CNN
WEBJan 15, 2022 · A tsunami has hit Tonga and reportedly sent waves flooding into the capital after an underwater volcano in the South Pacific erupted.
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WEBMay 21, 2024 · All-female trio aims to row Pacific unsupported. Miriam Payne, Lottie Hopkinson-Woolley and Jess Rowe hope to break three records. All the latest content about Pacific Ocean from the BBC.
Climate change increasing threats in southwest Pacific: WMO ... - UN News
WEBNov 10, 2021 · WMO said sea surface temperatures and ocean heat in parts of the southwest Pacific are increasing at more than three times the global average rate. “Marine heatwaves” have bleached once vibrant...
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