The Weather in Ireland over the last few years has changed immensely, we have had bad summers and worse winters year on year. This year, in particular, we have seen floods, freezing weather and snow on a scale that has not been seen for a very long time. It is a fact that Ireland’s weather is changing, but, it seems, not for the best.
The issue that comes to mind is the shutdown of the Thermohaline circulation. This current circulation is what gives Western Europe its very mild climate in winter, in comparison to the very cold winters experienced in Canada.
The Ocean currents play a major role in keeping Ireland relatively warm during the winter.
Recent studies have shown that the ocean current is slowing down.
“National Oceanography Centre in the UK found a 30% reduction in the warm currents that carry water north from the Gulf Stream from the last such measurement in 1992.”
It has become clear that global warming is having a major effect on Irish weather. If we don’t take action against this in the future, it could lead to Ireland and Europe having very different weather in years to come.