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The Extent Of Winter Ice At The Poles In 2017 Is Deeply Disturbing

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The Extent Of Winter Ice At The Poles In 2017 Is Deeply Disturbing

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2017 set a new record for the lowest winter ice levels on both poles, as confirmed by data from NASA, NOAA, and the National Snow and Ice Data Center. 

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