A Swedish researcher is calling for an urgent and comprehensive mapping of the nation’s glaciers, alongside a reassessment of existing crisis management plans. The scientist argues that rapidly changing glacial conditions demand updated data to accurately assess risks. These risks include potential water resource impacts and contributions to sea level rise. Currently, the extent of Sweden’s glacial ice and its melt rate isn’t fully understood, hindering effective planning. The researcher emphasizes the need to understand how glacial meltwater affects infrastructure and ecosystems. Revising the national crisis plan is crucial to prepare for potential consequences, protecting both communities and the environment. This call to action highlights growing concerns about the accelerating effects of climate change in Sweden.