Climate Change Reducing Oxygen Levels in Global Rivers
en.ammonnews.netA new study using satellite data and AI reveals that global warming is causing rivers to lose oxygen, creating dangerous dead zones for fish and aquatic life. Researchers found that oxygen levels have dropped an average of 2.1% since 1985, with tropical regions and the Eastern US being particularly vulnerable. While nutrient pollution and dam construction contribute to the problem, warmer water is responsible for nearly 63% of the deoxygenation. This trend threatens biodiversity and water quality, making pollution control more difficult as temperatures continue to rise.
