Indian Ocean sea levels rising twice than other oceans – The Times of India
Article Synopsis – Sea levels in the Indian Ocean are rising almost twice the global average mainly due to wind patterns and thermal expansion. Wind flows over the Indian Ocean create a surge in warm water on the surface, which adds to sea level rise. The main driver of sea level in the Indian Ocean is thermal expansion due to the location of land on the north side which prevents trapped heat from escaping to the poles. To read the actual article click here.