Switzerland's Rhône Glacier melting at an alarming rate this summer

The Rhône Glacier, source of the river, is losing up to 10 centimeters per day.

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Successive heatwaves are accelerating its melting, according to a local scientist.

This phenomenon threatens water supply and alpine ecosystems.

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