VOICED: Argentina's southernmost glaciers are disappearing

The video discusses Ushuaia, the southernmost city on Earth, and its proximity to the Antarctic. It highlights the impact of global warming on the Upsala Glacier, showing significant ice retreat from 1928 to 2004. The video also covers the tourism industry in Ushuaia, focusing on glacier hiking and the associated safety concerns due to steeper slopes. Additionally, it addresses the threat to the city's water supply, as glaciers provide a significant portion of water during dry seasons. Finally, it predicts that certain glaciers may lose up to 60% of their surface area in the coming decades.

What is the primary evidence of global warming's impact on the Upsala Glacier?

• Increased snowfall

• Formation of new icebergs

• Receding ice and formation of a lake

• Expansion of the glacier

Why is Ushuaia a popular tourist destination?

• The presence of ancient ruins

• Its vibrant nightlife

• The opportunity to hike surrounding glaciers

• Its tropical beaches

What safety concern arises from the shrinking glaciers?

• Increased risk of avalanches

• Steeper slopes making hiking dangerous

• More frequent earthquakes

• Higher risk of volcanic eruptions

How much of the city's water resources do glaciers provide during the dry season?

• 100%

• 80%

• 50%

• 20%

What is the projected future of certain glaciers in the next 30 years?

• They may disappear altogether

• They will become tourist attractions

• They will remain unchanged

• They will expand significantly