World’s seas have hit hottest temperature on record for July, say scientists

Scientists report that global sea surface temperatures reached record highs for July, following a trend of extreme heat across Europe. This data is being cited as evidence of climate breakdown intensifying environmental extremes.
Scientists suggest this summer has been ‘a clear example’ of climate breakdown intensifying extremes that reinforce each other. Photograph: Avalon/Universal Images Group/Getty Images Scientists suggest this summer has been ‘a clear example’ of climate breakdown intensifying extremes that reinforce each other. Photograph: Avalon/Universal Images Group/Getty Images Extreme heat World’s seas have hit hottest temperature on record for July, say scientists Average sea surface temperature outside polar regions was highest on record for July, beating previous high in 2023
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