Gulf Stream Collapse: The Imminent Threat to Tropical Monsoons and What It Means for the Next Century
Recent research has unveiled alarming predictions about the future of tropical monsoon systems if the Gulf Stream were to collapse. This vital ocean current, part of the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC), plays a crucial role in regulating global climate. A new study suggests that the collapse of the Gulf Stream could lead to chaotic disruptions in tropical monsoon patterns that may last for at least a century. This article explores the mechanics of the Gulf Stream, the potential impacts