which travels from the Atlantic to the Mediterranean, may be particularly vulnerable to the effects of climate change.**
“Global warming could lead to the collapse of the Gulf Stream, potentially dropping temperatures in Europe by up to 15°C (27°F),” says lead researcher Dr. Jack Wharton (via Getty).**
One of the key factors keeping Europe’s weather pleasant is the Gulf Stream.** It maintains a warmer continent than it would have otherwise by releasing thermal energy into the air.**
What if, however, this safety net were to become inadequate or even fall? That’s the terrible prospect that scientists are looking into.**
