Science12.5 trillion tons of polar ice have reportedly disappeared since the 1970s
Space.com says another 6 million to 9 million people face risks from coastal flooding and erosion.
TLDR
Space.com reports that 12.5 trillion tons of polar ice have disappeared since the 1970s, citing the longest satellite record. The report quotes a warning: “That puts another six to nine million people at risk of coastal flooding and erosion.”
12.5 trillion tons of polar ice have reportedly disappeared since the 1970s
Space.com says another 6 million to 9 million people face risks from coastal flooding and erosion.
TLDR
Space.com reports that 12.5 trillion tons of polar ice have disappeared since the 1970s, citing the longest satellite record. The report quotes a warning: “That puts another six to nine million people at risk of coastal flooding and erosion.”