Swiss glaciers have lost nearly a fifth of their volume over the past five years. This year their volume shrank by 5.5 percent, representing the second-largest decline since measurements began. svet.sme.sk ↗
The significant loss of ice was mainly driven by a record-hot summer, which was preceded by a winter with little snowfall. Intense heatwaves hit the Alpine peaks and accelerated the melting of the glaciers. According to the new data, it was a nearly record loss of ice. teraz.sk ↗
The results come from the annual report of the GLAMOS network, which monitors Swiss glaciers. The report highlights the continuing shrinkage of the country's glacier cover. Switzerland is also warming roughly twice as fast as the global average. STVR (Minúta po minúte) ↗
The loss of ice may also affect water supplies. During warmer periods, glaciers release water that contributes to the supply of watercourses. Their further shrinkage therefore poses a risk to future water availability. BBC News ↗
If the current trend continues, Switzerland could lose its glaciers by the end of the century. This year's data, according to the monitoring, confirm that record temperatures and a lack of snow are accelerating the long-term retreat of glaciers in the Alps. aktuality.sk ↗
Swiss glaciers lost nearly a fifth of their volume in five years
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