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Some rivers and streams in Alaska are turning a rusty shade of orange because of the toxic metals released by thawing permafrost, according to a new study


Rivers and streams in Alaska are changing color – from a clean, clear blue to a rusty orange – because of the toxic metals released by thawing permafrost, according to a new study.

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