Europe's marine heatwaves intensify, threatening fisheries and shellfish stocks

Europe's marine heatwaves are intensifying, with experts warning of an 'octopus apocalypse' that threatens local lobsters, crabs, and scallops. The phenomenon is part of a broader pattern of ocean warming, and its full impact on fisheries and coastal economies remains uncertain. This matters because it could disrupt food supply chains and livelihoods across Europe's coastal regions.