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Scientists warn melting glaciers could form more than 50,000 new lakes in areas covered by ice: Could increase the risk of flooding in Asia, Andes, Alaska and the Arctic |

Science July 25, 2026

Across the globe, there are approximately 200,000 to 275,000 glaciers that hold 69% of the world’s fresh water. They are…