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Victoria Corless

Satellite data reveals 2023 was record-breaking for marine heatwaves — are we at a 'climate tipping point?'

People sit along a beach in the sun.

A recent study that tapped into satellite data has revealed that 2023 marked an unprecedented year for marine heatwaves, with record-breaking levels of duration, reach and intensity observed across the world's oceans.

The study's scientists say tackling this growing climate threat will require better forecasting tools, smarter adaptation strategies, and faster action toward curbing climate change, which is primarily driven by human activities like burning coal for cheap power.

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