Early data from a new Antarctic ice core sample taken by scientists indicates that the West Antarctic ice sheet partially or completely broke into the ocean during a prior era of warming.

The same event is predicted before or by 2100, within the lifetimes of many children today, and is expected to raise sea levels 4-5 meters. The new data however will provide more precision as to when this event would occur.

https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/587124/antarctic-expedition-collects-evidence-that-ice-sheet-melted-during-previous-warm-period

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