Greenland's Ice Shelves Teetering on the Brink of Collapse, Raising Sea Level Concerns

Scientists have issued a warning about the alarming collapse of Greenland's ice shelves, with three out of eight already experiencing complete collapse and the remaining five in rapid retreat. The loss of these ice shelves could lead to a rise in sea levels by nearly 7 feet, with significant consequences. Rising ocean temperatures have caused the ice shelves to lose over a third of their volume since 1978, primarily due to warm water melting them from underneath. This trend of accelerated melting is not limited to Greenland but is occurring in icy regions worldwide, contributing to observed sea-level rise.