The impact of climate change on Alaska from "summary" of Coming into the Country by John McPhee
The changes in Alaska are not like those in other places. The impact of climate change is profound. The glaciers are retreating. The permafrost is melting. Rivers are changing course. The wildlife is struggling to adapt. The salmon runs are declining. The caribou are facing new challenges. The people who live in Alaska are feeling the effects as well.
The village of Kaktovik is dealing with erosion. The rising sea levels are threatening their homes. The Inupiat people are seeing the changes firsthand. They rely on the land and sea for their survival. But now, the land is disappearing and the sea ice is melting. The storms are getting stronger. The hunting and fishing seasons are becoming unpredictable. Their way of life is at risk.
In Fairbanks, the city is warming up. The winters are not as cold as they used to be. The snowfall is decreasing. The ice roads are melting earlier. The infrastructure is being strained. The buildings are shifting on the thawing permafrost. The cost of living is going up. The energy bills are rising. The future is uncertain.
In Denali National Park, the landscape is changing. The glaciers are receding. The wildlife habitats are shifting. The plant life is transforming. The ecosystems are under stress. The delicate balance is being disrupted. The park rangers are struggling to protect the wilderness. The visitors are noticing the differences. The experience of coming into the country is evolving.
The impact of climate change on Alaska is not just physical. It is emotional and cultural. The connection to the land runs deep. The sense of place is strong. The stories of the past are intertwined with the present. The hopes for the future are uncertain. The people of Alaska are resilient. They are adapting to the changes. They are facing the challenges head-on. But the question remains - what will Alaska look like in the years to come?
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