In the Peruvian Andes, glacial ice has decreased by more than half as a result of climate change. The Ministry of the Environment in Lima announced this on Thursday. According to the most recent measurements, the glaciers have retreated by 1,348 square kilometers since 1962. explained the National Research Institute for Glaciers and Ecosystems. Peru is home to the majority of the world’s tropical glaciers.
The Pastoruri Glacier has lost more than 50 percent of its ice area and is one of the hardest-hit mountains, the institute said. “This process leads to the formation of new lakes”, it continued. The 5250 meter high Pastoruri in the northern region of Ancash is one of the main attractions of Peruvian mountain tourism.
In Peru, about 70 percent of the glaciers are in tropical areas. “Tropical glaciers are of great importance and interest because they are excellent, sensitive indicators of climate change.”, the institute explained. The ice retreat study was conducted in 20 mountain ranges with glaciers, located in 14 of Peru’s 25 departments. (saw/sda/afp)
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