Most Alaskan Glaciers Retreating, Thinning, Or Stagnating

Courtesy ScienceDaily  Mon, 10/06/2008 - 15:45

Most glaciers in every mountain range and island group in Alaska are experiencing significant retreat, thinning or stagnation, especially glaciers at lower elevations, according to U.S.

Geological Survey research.


 

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