The Disastrous Growth of Arctic Wildfires / / No Comments Temperatures in some parts of the Arctic this year have risen as much as 30C. Because of global heating the Polar Jet Stream is slowing down, which in turn can lead to extended punishing heat waves in the Arctic. Another effect of global heating is an increase in lightning strikes in the Arctic. This combination of extreme high temperatures, slower air circulation, and increased lightning Maps Mania… more → Posted in: Interactive Maps Tagged with: Arctic, Disastrous, Growth, wildfires