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science3 months ago•5 min saved

Greenland Ice Sheet Collapse Releases Massive Flood Amid Climate Crisis

Scientists documented an unprecedented subglacial flood in Greenland, releasing 23 billion gallons of water and forming a large crater, highlighting the impact of climate change on ice sheet dynamics and the importance of satellite technology for environmental monitoring.

via Energy Reporters|

#climate-change #greenland #ice-sheet

science5 months ago•4 min saved

Massive Greenland Ice Meltwater Surge Surprises Scientists

A massive 2014 flood beneath Greenland's ice caused significant ice fracturing and scouring, revealing new insights into ice sheet responses to extreme meltwater events, which may be more common with climate change, challenging existing models.

via BBC Wildlife Magazine|

#climate-change #greenland-ice-sheet #ice-fracture