Subduction Zone Below Gibraltar Strait Could Form New ‘Ring of Fire’ in Atlantic Ocean, Study Suggests

A new study suggests that a subduction zone below the Gibraltar Strait could potentially awaken and form a new ‘Ring of Fire’ in the Atlantic Ocean. The study, published in the journal Geology, highlights the significance of studying the Gibraltar arc in its early stages to observe the subduction process. This research provides valuable insights into potential geological changes that could occur in the distant future, shedding light on the early stages of subduction zone formation and its impact on oceanic dynamics.