Tasman Glacier’s meltwater formed a lake, which then caused a massive ice calving event. This event created numerous large icebergs, transforming the glacial lake into a temporary ice field. Scientists noted an underwater ice ramp facilitated this significant calving in 2010. A similar large calving occurred months later after a significant earthquake. These events highlight climate change accelerating ice loss from glaciers worldwide.
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