Arctic hit by high temperatures, melting ice and fires in 2024, NOAA report says

The Arctic experienced its second-hottest year on record, with the tundra emitting carbon rather than absorbing it, contributing to further warming. The changing landscape, driven by Arctic amplification, is leading to more extreme weather patterns, wildfires, and rising sea levels, impacting ecosystems and communities globally. These shifts underscore the urgent need for climate action to mitigate the effects of a rapidly changing Arctic environment.

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