Summary: The Northwest Passage, the waterway above Canada that connects the Atlantic Ocean to the Pacific Ocean, has melted to record levels. Canada and the U.S. are staking their claims for shipping purposes. The Canadian Coast Guard is preparing to send a research vessel to survey the sea-bed, which is essential for more commercial shipping. The BBC will be accompanying them – good news for the public.
My Take: Highlights one of the “effects” of global warming. While it is not my goal to try to quantify our contribution to the warming climate, this article clearly presents yet more evidence that things are getting warmer. Check out the little slide show mid-page… crazy stuff.
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