Siberian Times states that thousands of bulging methane gas bubbles have been located in Siberia. These are thought to explode to form the giant craters found in the area. Scientist say it's thawing permafrost releasing methane caused by elevated temperatures. Article contains amazing pictures.
Similar observations have been made around the Arctic regions. This is a cause for concern as methane is a potent greenhouse gas creating a positive feedback loop; there is potential for a chain reaction.
(Score: 2) by patella.whack on Saturday March 25 2017, @05:35PM
The most recent VICE NEWS episode had some cool footage of people poking holes in the ice while torching the escaping gas.
Takes me back to when I was ten--- aerosol hairspray cans and a lighter. Fun stuff!