Antarctica's Past Collapse Signals Future Climate Risks

About 9,000 years ago, a rapid collapse of part of Antarctica's East Antarctic Ice Sheet occurred due to warm ocean currents, leading to significant ice loss and potential implications for future sea level rise as modern warming may trigger similar feedback mechanisms. The study highlights the role of warm deep water and meltwater feedbacks in accelerating ice sheet disintegration, emphasizing the importance of understanding ocean-ice interactions in predicting future sea level changes.