The Race to Save Arctic Cities as Permafrost Melts – Wired

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Article Synopsis – All across the Arctic, the very ground is changing, becoming less stable, and the buildings and roads built upon the thawing permafrost are shifting and cracking. As temperatures continue to rise, even permafrost that’s been around for thousands of years is beginning to melt. Many communities are facing a housing crisis and looking at relocating to firmer ground. To read the actual article click here

By Sharon Gray May 16, 2018 Newsletter