Massive Ice Melt in Greenland in Single Day is Enough to Cover Florida With 2 Inches of Water

Greenland's massive ice sheet is melting at an alarming rate, with enough ice melting in a single day this week to cover the whole state of Florida in two inches of water, according to experts.

This pace of ice loss, which is increasing as global temperatures rise, is modifying ocean currents, affecting marine ecosystems, and posing a direct threat to the world's low-lying coastal towns, which are at risk of flooding. According to a 2019 study, the Greenland ice sheet may raise global sea levels by 5 to 33 centimeters by the end of the century. According to Lipovsky, the globe is on pace for "the mid to high end of that."

Tedesco described the situation as "extremely concerning." "The action is clear: we must achieve net zero emissions while simultaneously protecting vulnerable communities along the shore. This will be a major issue for our coastal cities."

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