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The Wider Image: A climate-change frontier in the worlds northernmost town
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The Wider Image: A climate-change frontier in the worlds northernmost town
White wooden gravestones at risk of landslides due to the thawing permafrost underneath the ground, stand at the side of a mountain in the Longyearbyen cemetery in the town of Longyearbyen in Svalbard, Norway, August 3, 2019. REUTERS/Hannah McKay SEARCH " SVALBARD CLIMATE" FOR THIS STORY. SEARCH " WIDER IMAGE" FOR ALL STORIES
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In this hauntingly beautiful image captured by Hannah McKay, we are confronted with the harsh reality of climate change in the world's northernmost town. The print titled "The Wider Image: A climate-change frontier in the world's northernmost town" transports us to Longyearbyen cemetery in Svalbard, Norway. Standing at the side of a mountain, white wooden gravestones silently bear witness to the imminent danger posed by thawing permafrost underneath. These delicate markers, once symbols of remembrance and solace, now stand at risk of landslides due to the changing climate. The stark contrast between these vulnerable gravestones and their surroundings creates a powerful visual impact. Against a backdrop of vast open space and towering mountains, they serve as a poignant reminder that even our sacred spaces are not immune to nature's wrath. This photograph captures more than just an environmental crisis; it encapsulates faith and religion intertwined with nature itself. The cross-shaped gravestones speak volumes about human resilience and belief amidst adversity. As we gaze upon this breathtaking landscape devoid of people but filled with weathered beauty, we cannot help but reflect on our own role in shaping our planet's future. This image serves as both a warning sign and a call for action - urging us all to confront the urgent issue of climate change before it irreversibly alters not only landscapes but also lives across the globe.
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