"Climate Change Accelerates Western Antarctic Glacier's Alarming Ice Loss, Study Reveals"
The Cadman Glacier in Western Antarctica is losing mass at an alarming rate, releasing 2.16 billion tonnes of ice into the ocean annually. Its thickness is decreasing by about 65 feet per year, equivalent to a five-storey building. The glacier's retreat and ice loss were observed between November 2018 and May 2021, with the collapse of its ice shelf contributing to increased ice discharge. Warmer ocean waters, likely caused by climate change, have been thinning the glacier's ice shelf since the early 2000s. The study highlights the sensitivity of the Antarctic Peninsula to future climate variability and the potential impact on rising sea levels.