In this video, researchers from University of California Davis, National Park Service, and USGS, reveal the startling discovery of over 75 streams and rivers in Alaska's Brooks Range turning orange due to metals released in permafrost thaw. We delve into the consequences of this phenomenon, its impact on aquatic ecosystems and local communities, and the ongoing research efforts to understand and mitigate these changes. For more information, read our story here: https://www.ucdavis.edu/climate/news/alaskas-rusting-waters-pristine-rivers-and-streams-turning-orange Check out the detailed findings in the academic paper: https://www.nature.com/articles/s43247-024-01446-z#Ack1