Doomsday Glacier Melting at Alarming Rate!

Thwaites Glacier, often dubbed the "Doomsday Glacier" stands as a critical focal point in the broader implications of climate change

The latest research has revealed a concerning phenomenon unfolding beneath Thwaites' icy veneer.

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The glacier's underbelly has sparked what scientists describe as "vigorous melting," exacerbating its destabilization

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Thwaites Glacier, already contributing 4% to global sea level rise, harbors enough ice to elevate sea levels by over 2 feet.

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Is the critical event an emergent phenomenon or a long-standing yet overlooked facet of glacial dynamics?

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