During the Olympic Games in Cortina, Team USA skiers Lindsey Vonn and Mikaela Shiffrin, along with Italy's Federica Brignone, voiced concerns about the rapid melting of glaciers, which threatens their sport and the environment. Glaciologist Antonella Senese highlighted that Italy has lost over 200 square kilometers of glacier area since the late 1950s. The melting glaciers pose risks to water sources and contribute to sea level rise. Athletes are increasingly aware of the impact of climate change on skiing and are advocating for action to preserve glaciers. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)