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Stewards of the Sea: Why the Indian Ocean Gyre Matters

View to the Indian Ocean from space. Image from here (accessed 4/26/2026).

What is an oceanic gyre and how does it work on the other side of the world?

The earth has five major oceanic gyres: the North/South Pacific, North/South Atlantic, and Indian Ocean. These circular currents play a key role in global climate regulation and marine debris accumulation.

Our travels to the Indian Ocean have convinced me of the need for a Creation Care wake-up call. We must treat our oceans with respect and stop letting our junk become the problem for future generations.

Check out the video.

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Learn about the “Five Gyres Institute” here: https://www.5gyres.org/

Learn about “The Ocean Cleanup” here: https://theoceancleanup.com/


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