Despite recent gains, scientists caution there’s no cause for celebration. The temporary boost was fueled by unusual weather patterns—not a sign of lasting recovery. With climate trends pointing toward warmer conditions, similar snowfall and cool spells are unlikely to continue.
Rising global temperatures and warming oceans remain the most pressing threats, cutting snowfall and speeding up ice melt—both critical forces behind rising sea levels. The climate crisis still looms large, putting Antarctica’s fragile stability at serious risk.
