Antarctic Ice Bridge Finally Breaks Off

GreennMann writes "An ice bridge linking a shelf of ice the size of Jamaica to two islands in Antarctica has snapped. Scientists say the collapse could mean the Wilkins Ice Shelf is on the brink of breaking away, and provides further evidence of rapid change in the region. Sited on the western side of the Antarctic Peninsula, the Wilkins shelf has been retreating since the 1990s. Researchers regarded the ice bridge as an important barrier, holding the remnant shelf structure in place. Its removal will allow ice to move more freely between Charcot and Latady islands, into the open ocean."

Comments

Jeez

[Haiyadragon]

How convenient.

We got ice

[oldhack]

So... who's bringing the gin? Vodka is cool, too.

And lemon. Mustn't forget the lemon.

Lucky it was a clean break

[Centurix]

The last thing we needed was a pinch at the end, then we'll be wiping for the next 100 years.