NEW ORLEANS — Permafrost in the Arctic is thawing at a faster clip, according to a new report released Tuesday. Water is also warming and sea ice is melting at the fastest pace in 1,500 years at the top of the world. The annual report released Tuesday by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration showed slightly less warming in many measurements than a record hot 2016.
Melting Permafrost Puts Arctic Environment In Jeopardy
SETH BORENSTEIN - Associated Press, Portland Press Herald
Tue, 12/12/2017 - 8:58pm
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