Scientists alarmed after two wildfires hit Greenland within a week
Scientists are expressing concern over two rare wildfires that occurred in Greenland's tundra unusually early in the summer season. Experts note that while wildfires in the region are becoming more frequent, the timing of these blazes is particularly alarming.
Why it matters
The increasing frequency of Arctic wildfires highlights the accelerating impact of climate change on high-latitude ecosystems.
Researchers and emergency services are still unsure what ignited the now burned tundra in Greenland. Photograph: Sander Veraverbeke View image in fullscreen Researchers and emergency services are still unsure what ignited the now burned tundra in Greenland. Photograph: Sander Veraverbeke Wildfires Scientists alarmed after two wildfires hit Greenland within a week Researchers say it is ‘quite wild’ to see fires at such high northern latitudes happen so early in the year
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