Congo River releases 40,000 cubic metres of freshwater into the Atlantic every second. Scientists trace where it goes

Jul 6, 2026 - 02:00
Congo River releases 40,000 cubic metres of freshwater into the Atlantic every second. Scientists trace where it goes

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Recent research has unveiled that giant ocean whirlpools, also termed mesoscale eddies, play a crucial role in transporting freshwater from the Congo River into the Atlantic Ocean. These dynamic currents, characterized by their power and fleeting existence, can capture substantial volumes of river water and transport it hundreds of kilometers away.

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