Dennis Lehtonen, a photographer in Innaarsuit, Greenland, captures the imposing presence of large icebergs near the fishing village. After moving to Greenland in April 2023, he noted the region's dramatic scenery and waterway visitors. The small community previously faced evacuation due to a gigantic iceberg in 2018. Recently, Lehtonen observed new icebergs approaching the village, dwarfing the local homes and prompting cautions about coastal safety. The phenomena created excitement among residents, as they saw the largest iceberg rise higher than ever, prompting local documentation and intrigue.
When he arrived in Innaarsuit, he heard about an incident in 2018 when the village of around 160 Inuit residents had to be fully evacuated due to a giant iceberg settling near the shore.
Days later, it—actually a pair—slid into Innaarsuit, dwarfing the fishing village's modest wooden houses.
Fragments occasionally broke off as the iceberg moved, creating a reverberating sound akin to thunder. Many locals also documented the phenomenon.
They would also tell me that this is the highest they have ever seen an iceberg rise above the houses, so it was definitely a special event.
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