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Scientists found the most intense heat wave ever recorded — in Antarctica

In March 2022, temperatures near the eastern coast of Antarctica spiked 70 degrees Fahrenheit (39 degrees Celsius) above normal — making it the most intense recorded heat wave to occur anywhere on Earth, according to a recent study.

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Eastern Antarctica experiences unusual rain and melt during record heat wave

A model shows the eastern ice sheet gained 69 gigatons because of snow, while rare downpours and melting occurred near the coast.

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