Swiss glaciers lose over 5% of ice volume in 2026 as heat waves, low winter snow accelerate thaw

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What happened

Experts report that glaciers in Switzerland have lost 5.5% of their ice volume this year due to heat waves and low winter snowfall…

Key facts

  • Experts report that glaciers in Switzerland have lost 5.5% of their ice volume this year due to heat waves and low winter snowfall…
  • Reported by ABC News and published Thu, 01 Oct 2026 09:54:20 UTC.

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  1. Swiss glaciers lose over 5% of ice volume in 2026 as heat waves, low winter snow accelerate thaw

  2. A grim winter ahead? EU states asked to prepare gas and electricity savings

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