Tuesday, April 9, 2013

Slow Moving Andes’ Glaciers Moving Fast In Wrong Direction


Slow Moving Andes’ Glaciers Moving Fast In Wrong Direction 
 
Andes’ Tropical Glaciers Going Fast 

Within the last three decades the glaciers of the tropical Andes have receded by between nearly a third and a half, scientists say – with the warming of the Pacific to blame.

The glaciers of the tropical Andes have shrunk by between 30 and 50% in 30 years and many will soon disappear altogether, cutting off the summer water supply for millions of people, according to scientists studying the region’s climate.

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