Ocean Upwelling Fails in Gulf of Panama
For the first time in 40 years, the ocean upwelling in the Gulf of Panama failed, impacting fisheries and coral reefs.
Why it matters
- Upwelling supports fisheries and coral reefs.
- Failure disrupts coastal communities' livelihoods.
By the numbers
- 40 years of consistent upwelling.
- Process occurs January-April.
- Study published in PNAS.
The big picture
- Climate disruption alters oceanic processes.
- Urgent need for better ocean-climate monitoring.
What they're saying
- Concerns about climate change impacts.
- Additional context on coral reefs and Gulf of Chiriquí.
Caveats
- Exact cause unclear.
- More research needed.
What’s next
- Further research on causes and impacts.
- Strengthen ocean-climate observation.