Understanding The Permafrost Threat In Switzerland: An Explainer

(MENAFN- Swissinfo) Between 6-8% of Swiss territory is unstable, according to the Federal Office for the Environment. Settlements below permafrost zones must increasingly expect landslides and mudflows in the years ahead. In this video we show how warming temperatures are slowly thawing permafrost and affecting the stability of Swiss mountains. This content was published on March 11, 2025 - 09:54 1 minute

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This content was published on Mar 10, 2025 From unstable slopes to rock falls, the thawing of permafrost will have many consequences for mountain regions, including the Swiss Alps.

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