Increased mean annual temperatures in 2014–2019 indicate permafrost thaw in Alaskan national parks

Rising temperatures in the Arctic can result in thaw of permafrost, with widespread implications for ecosystems and infrastructure. We analyzed mean annual air and ground temperatures in the eight northernmost national parks in Alaska using data from thirty-three National Park Service climate monito...

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Main Authors: David K. Swanson, Pamela J. Sousanes, Ken Hill
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Taylor & Francis Group 2021-01-01
Series:Arctic, Antarctic, and Alpine Research
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Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/15230430.2020.1859435