Ocean temperatures are rising faster than expected

Recent record-breaking ocean temperatures suggest the seas are warming faster than expected, exacerbating climate change impacts globally. From fuelling rapid hurricane intensification to depleting marine oxygen levels and accelerating sea-level rise, the escalating ocean heat poses severe threats to coastal cities, ecosystems, and weather patterns. Scientists are puzzled by the stark disparity between observed temperatures and model projections, underscoring gaps in understanding this critical aspect of climate change. (BBC)