Marine Heatwave “The Blob” Re‑emerges Across North Pacific
Marine Heatwave “The Blob” Re‑emerges Across North Pacific
US · Published Oct 4, 2025
A vast marine heatwave, "The Blob," has re-emerged in the North Pacific, stretching 5,000 miles.
Elevated sea surface temperatures are disrupting weather systems and intensifying evaporation and rainfall.
The resurgence raises concerns about ecological impacts, especially if the event persists through winter.
Marine heatwave returns, impacting weather systems
A significant marine heatwave, known as "The Blob," has resurfaced in the North Pacific Ocean, extending approximately 5,000 miles from Japan to the western coast of the United States. This extensive area of elevated sea surface temperatures is causing disruptions to established weather systems, intensifying both evaporation and rainfall. The resurgence of The Blob raises serious concerns about the potential ecological consequences, particularly if these conditions persist throughout the winter months.
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