08/27/2026
Global ocean surface temperatures just hit a record high of 21.1°C (70°F), driven by climate change and a strong El Niño. Scientists expect the water to keep warming through the winter, causing major problems for both sea life and humans. Underwater, the extreme heat kills coral reefs and destroys the food supply for fish. On land, these unusually hot oceans fuel heavier rain, stronger storms, and worse heatwaves, which ultimately threatens our global food supply. READ MORE: https://weather.com/2026/08/24/news/weather/earth-is-simmering-in-its-hottest-water-temps-on-record-and-thats-bad-for-fish?tpcc=social_facebook