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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Amelia Neath

The world’s northernmost airport says its runway is starting to melt due to climate change

Svalbard Airport’s runway is melting, and is expected to only get worse with time - (Getty Images)

The world’s northernmost commercial airport, popular with tourists seeking snowy landscapes and Arctic adventures, has warned that its runway is melting due to climate change.

The Norwegian archipelago of Svalbard in the Arctic Ocean, loved for its Northern lights and outdoor activities, from dog-sledging to ice cave exploration, could see its main airport at risk as temperatures continue to rapidly rise.

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