Antarctica's Future at Risk: Study Warns of Extreme Events

A new study warns that Antarctica is at risk of experiencing "cascades of extreme events" due to global warming, including ocean heat waves and ice loss. The study emphasizes the urgent need for policy action to reduce fossil fuel emissions in order to prevent further damage. The Antarctic ice has struggled to recover after hitting a record low, and the Arctic is expected to be ice-free in summers by 2030. Rising temperatures have led to wildfires, heatwaves, and unprecedented winter temperatures in various parts of the world. The study concludes that urgent action is necessary to protect Antarctica's fragile environment and prevent breaching the terms of the Antarctic Treaty.