In the past few decades, the annual average Arctic temperature has increased at almost twice the rate as that of the rest of ...(more)

In the past few decades, the annual average Arctic temperature has increased at almost twice the rate as that of the rest of the world. Evidence of this warming can be seen in the widespread melting of glaciers and sea ice, shortening of the snow season, rising sea level, melting of the permafrost, and other changes. This is causing reductions in some wildlife populations, unusual algae blooms, increased forest growth and more intense and frequent forest fires, unprecedented insect outbreaks, and more.(less)

Tags:  Global  Warming  Arctic  Climate  

Category: Education & Safety

Region: N Pac Ocean

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