North Atlantic Drift

The Gulf Stream current gets deflected towards the east because of the Westerlies and the rotation of the Earth and reaches Europe as the North Atlantic Drift.

This current keeps the ports of Europe free of ice even during winters.

Origination: The Atlantic Ocean

Types: Warm Current


Also, Read What is an Ocean Current

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