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Summer sea ice in Arctic

CJOB: Link Between Melting Sea Ice and Extreme Weather

September 23, 2025 — 

Dr. Alex Crawford, Assistant Professor in the Department of Environment and Geography at the University of Manitoba, discusses the impact of sea ice on Arctic cyclones, noting that reduced ice cover leads to more intense storms with heavier precipitation. His research highlights how changes in the Arctic are driving more extreme weather events.

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