"In this video, researchers from University of California Davis, National Park Service, and USGS, reveal the startling discovery of over 75 streams and rivers in Alaska's Brooks Range turning orange due to metals released in permafrost thaw. We delve into the consequences of this phenomenon, its impact on aquatic ecosystems and local communities, and the ongoing research efforts to understand and mitigate these changes."
Summary at UC Davis website. Hard science at Nature. Note the changes are not subtle -
- and the effect on wildlife is dramatic:
Meanwhile other scientists are proposing dumping iron directly in the ocean to fertilize plankton thus removing more CO2.
ReplyDeleteIt would be interesting to see photos from more than just these two years on the same date. I understand the seriousness of the situation but this seems like cherry-picking as presented.
ReplyDeleteSo, you're suggesting that this has happened in previous years but not been noticed?
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