Europe’s seas reach record heat as climate change threatens marine life

[File photo] Fish swim in the Mediterranean Sea in the Gador sea reserve in Hadera, northern Israel, on October 29, 2022. © Ariel Schalit, AP

Human-caused climate change was the main driver of record-breaking sea temperatures around Europe this summer, scientists said on Wednesday, warning of severe risks to marine ecosystems and coastal communities. The Mediterranean averaged a record 27 degrees Celsius in July, while waters near Mallorca reached 33 C in early August.

Human-caused climate ⁠change was the main ​driver of recent record-breaking sea temperatures around Europe, scientists said on Wednesday, warning of severe consequences for ​marine ecosystems and coastal communities.