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December 13, 2017

Permafrost thawing faster than before

  • Buildings, roads and pipelines built on the frozen ground could be damaged when the ground melts and shifts.
    • By SETH BORENSTEIN
    AP Science Writer

    NEW ORLEANS — Permafrost in the Arctic is thawing faster than ever, according to a new report released Tuesday.

    Water is also warming and sea ice is melting at the fastest pace in 1,500 years at the top of the world.


     
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