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Mega-Tsunami in Greenland Triggered by Climate Change Lasted Nine Days

A massive landslide in Dickson Fjord caused a prolonged seismic signal, highlighting the dangers of melting glaciers.

  • In September 2023, a seismic event in Greenland's Dickson Fjord created waves up to 650 feet high.
  • The landslide involved 33 million cubic yards of rock and ice, equivalent to 25 Empire State Buildings.
  • The seismic signal, initially labeled a 'USO,' reverberated globally for nine days.
  • The event was linked to the thinning of a glacier due to climate change, destabilizing the fjord's structure.
  • Researchers warn that such events may become more frequent as global temperatures rise.
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