India, Dec. 12 -- Glacial earthquakes are caused by massive icebergs capsizing as they break off glaciers

A new study identifies more than 360 such seismic events in Antarctica between 2010 and 2023

Nearly two-thirds of the events were detected near the Thwaites Glacier, known as the "Doomsday Glacier"

Unlike Greenland, these Antarctic icequakes do not follow seasonal temperature patterns

Researchers link the most active period to accelerated glacier flow, possibly driven by ocean conditions

Findings could help reduce uncertainty around Antarctica's future contribution to sea-level rise

Glacial earthquakes are a special type of earthquake generated in cold, icy regions. First discovered in the northern hemisphere more than 20 years ...