Antarctic Winter Ice at Third-Lowest Level 🥶
Every year during the Southern Hemisphere’s winter, the ocean around Antarctica freezes far beyond the continent’s edge—think of it as Earth’s massive frozen blanket. This year, satellites tracked a peak of just 17.81 million square kilometers on September 17, marking the third-lowest winter high in 47 years of data from the U.S. National Snow and Ice Data Center at CU Boulder.
Why does it matter? Shrinking sea ice means warmer oceans and shifts in global weather patterns—factors that can tweak monsoons in Mumbai or amplify typhoons in Manila. When Antarctica’s icy shield thins, ocean currents and airflows adjust, affecting climates far beyond the pole.
Climate change isn’t a distant story—it’s part of our daily scroll, our campus debates, and those sticky afternoons in Bangkok. Whether you’re coding an app or streaming the latest K-drama, these shifts impact us all.
Scientists will monitor the thawing cycles through spring to forecast sea-level rise and even seafood supplies at your favourite hawker stalls. Stay tuned for updates on how our planet’s coolest frontier is warming up. 🌏✨
Drop a ❄️ if you’re following this icy saga! 👇
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Antarctic sea ice hits its third-lowest winter peak on record
cgtn.com
