Antarctica in 2nd Extreme Heat Wave in 3 Years — Temps 50°F Higher Than Normal

Antarctica is experiencing its second extreme heatwave in the last three years, with temperatures more than 50°F higher than normal, The Washington Post reported Wednesday. The heatwave is notable not just for its intensity but also its timing and duration: It’s hit during Antarctica’s winter and is expected to last. Temperatures of 36°F to 50°F above average are expected to persist up to 10…

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