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Violent storms may shatter sea ice

Tall waves’ impact on frozen ocean hints at trouble in tempestuous future

FRAGILE ICE  Strong waves around Antarctica, unleashed by distant ocean storms, may break up packs of sea ice critical to global climate.

Rob Johnson

By Beth Mole

- More than 2 years ago

Towering waves that rise from cyclones can pummel the frigid waters around Antarctica, potentially wrecking sea ice critical to maintaining global climate.