What will happen when the permafrost thaws?

Photo by Scott Zolkos.
What will happen when the permafrost thaws?
Since the Industrial Revolution nearly 150 years ago, global average temperatures have increased by more than 1 degree C (1.9 degrees F), with the majority of that warming occurring since 1975. But during these recent decades of accelerated warming, temperatures in the arctic (latitudes above 66 degrees north) have have been rising even faster – nearly four times faster than the average global rate.
Climate Now
Research area
Latest in Arctic

- In The News
Here’s what upcoming winter may have in store for Massachusetts, New England
Read on WCVB
Mentions
Jennifer A. Francis

- In The News
Will warm oceans lead to ‘weird’ weather patterns this winter?
Read on FOX Weather
Mentions
Jennifer A. Francis