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December 17, 2008

Scientists: Arctic Warming at Unforeseen Rate
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In environmental news, scientists say they’ve found new evidence the
Arctic is warming far faster than previously anticipated. The US
National Snow and Ice Center says temperatures recorded today weren’t
expected for another ten to fifteen years. Researchers say autumn
temperatures were higher because of the heat accumulation from increased
melting in the summer. The process, known as Arctic amplification, could
signify Arctic melting has hit a point of no return.



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