Subglacial Volcanoes Under West Antarctica Ignite Sea Level Fears

Experts uncover 138 volcanoes lurking beneath West Antarctica's ice sheet as of 2025, sparking concerns over a volcanic-ice melt tango. Climate-induced thinning may trigger eruptions, creating a vicious cycle of more melting and volcanic activity. A complete ice sheet collapse could boost sea levels by up to 4.3 meters, threatening coastal megacities worldwide. While no penguins are in peril, humanity might need to dive into drastic coastal defenses—time to build those seawalls!