22 Jan 2026

The Thwaites Glacier, also known as the “Doomsday Glacier,” is experiencing a surge of seismic activity due to its rapid fracturing and breaking apart. This instability, exacerbated by warming ocean waters, could lead to a significant rise in global sea levels if the glacier collapses entirely. Scientists are closely monitoring the glacier’s behaviour using seismic data to better understand the potential impact on coastlines and global stability.