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Source: The post is based on the article “Climate change likely to increase rough wave days in Indian Ocean, northern sector of Arabian Sea, & central Bay of Bengal” published in PIB on 10th December 2022
What is the News?
According to a study, the Indian Ocean, the northern sector of the Arabian Sea and the central Bay of Bengal are likely to experience an increase in rough wave days in the near future.
About the study
In a changing climate, extreme wave events can pose a tremendous impact on the livelihoods of the coastal population, infrastructure, and ocean-related activities.
A study was conducted by the Department of Applied Sciences, National Institute of Technology Delhi; IIT Kharagpur and others to understand these extreme wave events and make future projections.
What are the key findings of the study?
The study has shown that the Indian Ocean, the northern sector of the Arabian Sea, and the central Bay of Bengal are likely to experience an increase in rough wave days in the near future.
This information could help provide timely warning and planning to prevent major impacts on life and property, especially in coastal areas.
