The Latest Breaking News from Atlantic Ocean

Far from shore, Tropical Storm Fay forms as Odalys eyes hurricane strength

A new tropical storm, Fay, has formed in the northern Atlantic Ocean but doesn't pose a threat to land

The Independent UK · Sep 20

The UK and Google are testing changes to flight paths to tackle aviation's climate impact

Hundreds of commercial flights will be told to change their paths over the northeastern Atlantic Ocean during the next two winters to show how minor altitude adjustments can reduce aviation’s climate impact

The Independent UK · Aug 18

A vast ocean conveyor carries water from Greenland through the Atlantic for 350 years and shapes rainfall in Brazil; 15,400 years ago, it suddenly surged beyond today's strength

Recent sediment analyses indicate that the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation has undergone surprising fluctuations in intensity. This crucial system distributes heat throughout the Atlantic Ocean, ultimately affecting global climate conditions. While earlier studies suggested a consistent weakened state, new evidence reveals a more variable dynamic, particularly during previous periods of…

The Economic Times · Aug 17

Bermuda Triangle mystery takes dramatic turn as scientists reveal what’s really hidden deep beneath the Atlantic Ocean

Bermuda Triangle mystery solved: Scientists have uncovered a geological secret beneath Bermuda. A massive, lighter rock layer, formed during its volcanic past, acts like a giant raft. This unusual structure explains why the island stays high above the Atlantic floor, even after its volcanoes went dormant millions of years ago.…

The Economic Times · May 15

Simon Calder explains hantavirus cruise outbreak latest as British crew member to be evacuated

Three passengers have died after a suspected outbreak of hantavirus ripped through an Atlantic Ocean cruise ship, the MV Hondius.

The Independent UK · May 5

'Nations need to prepare now': Key Atlantic ocean current is much closer to collapse than scientists thought

An alarming study claims the Atlantic meridional overturning circulation is weakening more than believed previously. But experts say its findings are far from the final word.

LiveScience · Apr 21

7 Rivers Around the World That Flow Backwards

Rivers usually flow from higher level to lower level. But due to natural factors like strong tides, floods or storms, it is possible for rivers to flow in the opposite direction as well. This natural phenomenon attracts tourists to visit them and explore their natural and unusual beauty. Amazon River,…

MyLifeXP · Nov 20, 2025

Tropical Storm Lorenzo churns over open water in the Atlantic Ocean

Tropical Storm Lorenzo is churning in the central tropical Atlantic Ocean but is not threatening land, according to forecasters

The Independent UK · Oct 14, 2025

Tropical Storm Lorenzo forms in the Atlantic Ocean and isn't threatening land

Forecasters say Tropical Storm Lorenzo has formed in the central tropical Atlantic Ocean and isn’t threatening land

The Independent UK · Oct 13, 2025

Tropical Storm Erin forms in the Atlantic and Hurricane Henriette strengthens in the Pacific

Forecasters say Tropical Storm Erin has formed in the eastern tropical Atlantic Ocean as Hurricane Henriette is strengthening in the Pacific Ocean

The Independent UK · Aug 11, 2025