Article By: CBS News
Residents in Innaarsuit are on standby for evacuation bc a giant iceberg is looming over the island community in northwestern Greenland. The iceberg is so big it’s grounded on the sea floor.
On Tuesday a small section of it collapsed & caused large waves. Residents are afraid a tsunami will occur if the iceberg calves. Rivers near the community could also experience a water surge.
“There are 180 inhabitants & we are very concerned & are afraid,” said Karl Petersen, chair for the local council in Innaarsuit.
Petersen said Greenland’s emergency responders are closely monitoring the iceberg. A Danish Royal Navy ship is also standing by.
Another concern is that the community’s power plant is near the ocean & large waves could destroy it. Rain in the forecast could also precipitate calving.
Petersen said everyone is hoping a strong wind will dislodge the iceberg & move it farther away from the community.
View full article at: https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/north/greenland-iceberg-innaarsuit-1.4744782
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