The End of Mexico’s Glaciers? Impact on Water in 5 Years
Researcher Hugo Delgado Granados of UNAM has warned of the imminent threat Mexico faces of losing its three remaining glaciers in the next five years. This worrying situation, which also coincides with an increase in activity at Pico de Orizaba, is primarily due to climate change, according to the expert.
The glaciers located on the Citlaltépetl, Iztaccíhuatl, and Popocatépetl volcanoes are in grave danger, and their disappearance could have a crucial negative impact on the availability of water for human consumption and agriculture.
Pico de Orizaba, also known as Citlaltépetl Volcano, is experiencing increased volcanic activity, raising concerns among scientists and nearby communities. This “awakening” could have serious consequences for the environment and local populations.
Pyroclastic flows, ashfall, and lahars (volcanic mudslides) are just some of the risks associated with a volcanic eruption. The study, published on January 18, 2024, indicates that if it erupts, the Citlaltépetl volcano could completely cover the city of Orizaba.
The most affected communities would include areas of Puebla and Veracruz; however, other areas that would be affected by lava in the event of an eruption include:
Calcahualco
Córdoba
La Perla
Areas surrounding the volcano
It is important to note that although there is no official alert for an imminent eruption, scientists are constantly monitoring the volcano to anticipate any changes in its activity.
Source: tvazteca
