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Swiss glaciers have experienced a catastrophic year, losing nearly 20% of their volume over five years. In 2023 alone, they lost 5.5% due to record heat and low snowfall. The situation is alarming, with glaciers melting at an unprecedented rate, leading to concerns about future water resources. The average thickness of ice has decreased significantly, and researchers have had to relocate measurement poles higher due to melting. The loss of glaciers poses a serious threat to water availability, with an estimated 2,200 billion liters of water lost between July and September, surpassing the annual freshwater consumption of Swiss households.