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Mount Rainier Shrinks 20 Feet: Climate Change Impact

11/26/2025

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Mount Rainier in Washington state is shrinking due to climate change, with its summit falling more than 20 feet since the mid-20th century.
A study published in Arctic, Antarctic and Alpine Research finds that rising temperatures and increased rainfall accelerate ice loss.
The ice retreat affects the mountain’s elevation and the glaciers that supply water for rivers, drinking water, and salmon habitats.

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Mount Rainier in Washington state is shrinking due to climate change, with its summit falling more than 20 feet since the mid-20th century.
A study published in Arctic, Antarctic and Alpine Research finds that rising temperatures and increased rainfall accelerate ice loss.
The ice retreat affects the mountain’s elevation and the glaciers that supply water for rivers, drinking water, and salmon habitats.