The Shrinking Mont Blanc: France’s Tallest Mountain Range Decreases in Height, Scientists Investigate

Paris: France’s highest mountain range shrinks, study finds Researchers have found that the height of the Mont Blanc peak has decreased by 2.22 meters in two years. But scientists explain that a detailed study is needed to know the reason for this. In 2021, the height was found to be 2.22 meters less than the estimated height.

The current height of Mont Blanc peak is 4805.59 meters. Chief geometer Jean des Garrets explained to the international media that the reason for this phenomenon could be the lack of rain in summer. This peak is located in the South East region of France. Peak height is measured every two years. Elevation is measured as part of assessing the differences climate change has made in the Alps. The census was started in 2001. Researchers say that the height of the mountain is decreasing by 13 cm every year. Mont Blanc peak is 4792 meters above sea level. The height of Mont Blanc was measured last month.

The group of 20 people was divided into eight groups. For the first time, the help of drones was also used to estimate the height of the peak. 20,000 to 30,000 people attempt to summit the peak every year. To avoid overcrowding, only 214 people are allowed to climb the mountain in a day. In 2013, a young man who came to climb the mountain found a treasure containing emeralds and rubies. The journey to this peak is quite dangerous and adventurous.

Mountaineers face a situation where anything can happen on the way. There is no guarantee of return. Apart from that, there is now a severe drought and heat wave. There is also the risk of landslides in this weather. Earlier, there were reports that there was a significant decrease in the snow layers in Switzerland. The scientific world considers this to be a direct reflection of global warming.

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2023-10-06 06:03:59