Most Alaskan Glaciers Retreating, Thinning, and Stagnating

Tuesday, October 7, 2008 - 08:35 in Earth & Climate

Most glaciers in every mountain range and island group in Alaska are experiencing significant retreat, thinning or stagnation, especially glaciers at lower elevations, according to a new book published by the U.S. Geological Survey. In places, these changes began as early as the middle of the 18th century. read more

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