Medicine & TechnologyA crater 165 feet deep in the Russian Arctic, first discovered back in July, was believed to have been caused by the explosion of a methane gas buildup.
Environmentalists assessed the damage of Russia's most disastrous oil spill last week, concluding that the clean-up may take five to ten years, costing nearly $2 Billion.
Until now, the permafrost in the Arctic Tundra has remained as it has been from the last ice age on earth. It seems there are alarming developments that are gaining attention, from a scientist at Northern Arizona University.
Facility Managers of the Arctic Doomsday Vault did not expect the permafrost meltwater to enter the chambers in Svaalbard, Norway. Building contractors are now improving the vault's waterproofing capability to ensure the deeds' safety and accessibility.