This event came to us in slow motion. Everyone knew it would happen, and it was just inevitable. Global warming is more present than ever. Venezuela lost all its glaciers, and is the first country in which this happens.
It is true that measures were taken to save Venezuela’s glaciers. But the path to its disappearance was already well-trodden.
There is no return
From 1952 to 2019, Venezuela lost 98% of its glaciers. This year, due to climate change, the South American country received the fatal blow. It is officially reported that its entire glacial surface has disappeared. Venezuela lost all its glaciers and there is no going back.
Millions of people around the world are experiencing firsthand the effects of climate change. The highest areas of the planet are also experiencing an increase in temperatures.
The above was decisive for Venezuela to see its last glacier disappear. His days were already numbered. The turbulent political situation in this South American country was not at all favorable to saving the Humboldt Glacier. Surveillance of the region was complicated by the shortage of gas and equipment, as well as frequent blackouts.
Late reaction
The Government did take measures to save the glacier. They placed giant thermal blankets over what was left of it. Unfortunately, it was too late. According to specialists, a new ecosystem could soon form in the area. However, this does not imply that life can immediately adapt to changes.
Glaciers are very important as sources of water and energy. Additionally, they are part of the water cycle. In the case of Venezuela, the loss is significant in terms of vital fluid. In accordance with Guardiancountries like Mexico, Indonesia and Slovenia could continue on the list that Venezuela opened after what happened in Humboldt.
