The area of the Antarctic Ocean covered by ice was the lowest on record for January, exposing Earth to even more planet-warming heat, scientists from European Union's climate monitor watchdog reported.
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Antarctica sea-ice hits new record low
Sea-ice measurements in Antarctica have registered a new minimum, breaking the record set only one year ago.
Antarctica Sea Ice Melts to a Record Low, Here's How It Impacts Global Warming
The Antarctic Ocean area covered by ice has shrunk to a record low. Melting sea ice has no discernible impact on sea levels because the ice is already in ocean water.
Antarctic ice hits record low for January: climate monitor
Reduction in Antarctic Ocean area covered by ice is a wake up call for global and regional stakeholders to take swift action to mitigate the rise in global temperatures
Floating ice around Antarctica just hit a record low
The record is a sign that one of the most remote and mysterious facets of the climate system may, at last, be responding to the overall planetary warming trend.