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Melting Polar Ice Caps and the Northwest Passage
So, what is the impact of global warming on the polar ice caps? According to the NPR's story, "Warming Eases Northwest Passage, Author Says," it might just open up the fabled Northwest Passage. From the piece:
European explorers spent centuries searching for a passage through the ice at the top of the world. The Northwest Passage, a shortcut to Asia, proved elusive until about 100 years ago, when Norway's Roald Amundsen completed a three-year journey.
If you are interested, check out the online piece, where you can read a brief version of the story, listen to the entire story online, and also view maps and pictures.
For more information on the Northwest Passage:
Exploration of the Northwest Passage
Maps of the NORTHWEST PASSAGE
The Sir John Franklin Mystery
Wikipedia: the Northwest Passage
— michael | April 27, 2006 09:50 AM | Something to think about
