Strange Sight: Why Alaska’s Rivers Are Flowing Orange
Strange Sight: Why Alaska’s Rivers Are Flowing Orange
US · Published Oct 12, 2025
Alaska's rivers are turning orange due to climate change, releasing minerals from melting glaciers and permafrost.
The orange rivers threaten aquatic life, especially salmon, and impact local communities and Alaska's tourism.
This alarming change highlights the urgent need to address climate change and protect vulnerable ecosystems.
Climate change impacts Alaska's fragile ecosystems
Alaska's rivers are turning a disturbing shade of orange, a stark visual indicator of the profound impacts of climate change on the region's fragile ecosystems. The Salmon River, once a pristine waterway, now flows with a bright orange hue, signaling significant environmental distress.
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