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A view of the lake formed by meltwater from the Pastoruri glacier, as seen from atop
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A view of the lake formed by meltwater from the Pastoruri glacier, as seen from atop
A view of the lake formed by meltwater from the Pastoruri glacier, as seen from atop the glacier in Huaraz, September 19, 2013. The Pastoruri glacier is one of the fastest receding glaciers in the Cordillera Blanca mountain range according to a 2012 paper by the University of Texas and the Huascaran National Park. Peru is home to 71% of the worlds tropical glaciers, which are a source of fresh water for millions, but 22% of the surface area of Peruvian glaciers has disappeared in the past 30 years alone, according to The World Bank. Picture taken September 19, 2013. REUTERS/Mariana Bazo (PERU - Tags: ENVIRONMENT TRAVEL) - LM2E9a12XX01
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This print captures a breathtaking view of the lake formed by meltwater from the Pastoruri glacier, as seen from atop the glacier in Huaraz. Taken on September 19,2013, by Mariana Bazo, this image serves as a stark reminder of the environmental challenges faced by Peru and its precious natural resources. The Pastoruri glacier is sadly one of the fastest receding glaciers in the Cordillera Blanca mountain range. A study conducted by the University of Texas and Huascaran National Park in 2012 revealed this alarming fact. As Peru is home to an astounding 71% of the world's tropical glaciers, these icy giants serve as vital sources of fresh water for millions. However, devastatingly, The World Bank reports that over the past three decades alone, Peruvian glaciers have lost a staggering 22% of their surface area. This rapid disappearance threatens not only local ecosystems but also poses significant challenges for communities reliant on glacial meltwater for their survival. Mariana Bazo's photograph encapsulates both beauty and urgency. It reminds us all to appreciate and protect our planet's fragile wonders before they vanish forever. With every melting ice cap comes an urgent call to action – it is up to us to safeguard these invaluable resources for future generations.
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