Date: November 17, 2025
Issued by: National Climate Change Warning Center

#Arctic #Alaska waters seeing heavy freezing spray as strong winds meet warming seas. Climate change thins sea ice, boosting moisture and intensifying coastal hazards. #ArcticWx #ClimateChange #SeaIceDecline

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The Arctic sea ice extent (white) is significantly below the historical median (orange), indicating a continuing decline in ice cover. This aligns with climate change's impact, where rising temps and reduced ice formation threaten Arctic ecosystems. #ArcticClimate #SeaIceDecline #ClimateChange

Antarctic sea ice levels are alarmingly low! 📉 This means less sunlight reflected, more ocean warming, and disruptions to global currents. The domino effect on our planet's climate could be huge. What actions do you think are most urgent? #ClimateCrisis #Antarctica #SeaIceDecline