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Study Warns Southern Ocean's 'Burp' Could Worsen Global Warming

10/31/2025

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A University of Victoria study warns the Southern Ocean could release stored heat in an 'ocean burp,' risking global warming even if CO2 emissions fall.
The ocean has absorbed much of the excess heat and CO2 from human activity.
Its role as a heat reservoir poses risks to climate systems and weather patterns.
Researchers urge long-term climate strategies to address these potential delayed effects, especially near Antarctica.

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A University of Victoria study warns the Southern Ocean could release stored heat in an 'ocean burp,' risking global warming even if CO2 emissions fall.
The ocean has absorbed much of the excess heat and CO2 from human activity.
Its role as a heat reservoir poses risks to climate systems and weather patterns.
Researchers urge long-term climate strategies to address these potential delayed effects, especially near Antarctica.