NOVA (1974)

Episode Overview

Beneath nearly three miles of ice lies Antarctica, a landmass larger than the United States. The alarming collapse of a Manhattan-sized ice shelf in 2002 stunned scientists, igniting fears of a potential meltdown. Even a mere ten percent reduction in Antarctica's ice could lead to unprecedented flooding in coastal cities worldwide. "Secrets Beneath the Ice" investigates if the continent's climatic history can shed light on future scenarios. NOVA documents a cutting-edge expedition drilling deep into the Antarctic seabed, recovering rock cores that unveil crucial insights about ancient climates and ecosystems, revealing dire warnings for the future of coastal regions.