The China Meteorological Administration reports that its fleet of Fengyun-3 weather satellites is offering a close-up on one of Antarctica’s giants. The agency says it has been monitoring A23a, the world’s largest iceberg, as it drifts and breaks apart in the Weddell Sea.
Since early 2025, A23a has shed roughly 60% of its original size. Scientists on both sides of the globe warn that this rapid disintegration not only illustrates the fragile state of polar ice but also signals a worrying uptick in sea-level rise risk for coastal communities.
Data-driven insights:
- Initial size: over 4,200 square kilometers.
- Current loss: about 2,500 square kilometers since 2025.
- Satellite imagery cadence: daily updates from low-Earth orbit.
For young global citizens and climate advocates alike, the story of A23a drives home a clear message: climate change is not a distant headline but a real-time phenomenon reshaping our planet. As polar ice continues to melt, the world will be watching—and adapting.
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World's largest iceberg monitored by China's Fengyun satellites
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