After Scanning Below the Antarctic Ice, Scientists Found Secret That May Change the Future

The Thwaites Glacier

This study has gone on to reveal that the Thwaites Glacier slopes inland, which is the exact terrain that speeds up the retreat. Not to mention, the land underneath the glacier is almost entirely devoid of any ridges that could slow it down.

The Thwaites Glacier

Adding Fuel to the Fire

However, it doesn’t stop there. There are only two ridges found in the surrounding area. These ridges are almost 30 miles away from the current location of the Thwaites Glacier. Thus, there’s no stopping this mass after the retreating ice passes these points.

Adding Fuel To The Fire