"Record-Breaking Ocean Temperatures Alarm Scientists: EU Monitors Sound the Alarm as First Half of 2026 Sees Sustained and Exceptional Ocean Warmth. In a disturbing trend that has left experts scrambling for answers, European Union ocean monitors have reported that the first six months of 2026 saw a prolonged period of exceptional ocean warmth. This phenomenon, which has been marked by a significant rise in sea surface temperatures, has raised concerns about the ongoing impact of climate change on our planet's delicate ecosystem. As scientists continue to study the data, one thing is clear: the health of our oceans is under threat, and urgent action is needed to mitigate the effects of this alarming trend."
European Union monitors say the first half of 2026 was 'marked by sustained and exceptional ocean warmth'.
