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Austrian glaciers disintegrating due to climate change, say scientists

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Scientists say nearly all of the significant glaciers in the Austrian Alps have shrunk.

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The balance of the glacier measurement service of the Austrian Alpine Association looks gloomy: 94 out of 96 glaciers examined melted last year. Only two remained almost unchanged. On average, the ice masses decreased by 20.3 meters. According to experts, the reasons for this development are the glacially unfavorable weather conditions. A snow-poor and warm winter as well as an exceptionally warm early summer joined the glaciers. Phase of struct…

·Vienna, Austria
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Scientists warn that glaciers in the Austrian Alps are not only melting but also crumbling due to climate change. "The question is no longer whether we can save the glaciers in their previous state. The question is how to mitigate the consequences for ourselves."

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BBC News broke the news in United Kingdom on Friday, March 13, 2026.
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