Ice Patrol is Vital to Shipping in Greenland

The video explores the challenges of navigating Greenland's icy waters, highlighting the critical role of the ICE Patrol. It covers the responsibilities of the patrol, including monitoring icebergs and relaying data to ensure safe passage for ships. The video also delves into the history of the ICE Patrol, established after a tragic shipwreck, and emphasizes the importance of their work in the absence of a local Coast Guard.

What is the main challenge faced by ships navigating through Greenland's waters?

• Massive ice fields

• Lack of experienced captains

• Pirate attacks

• Frequent storms

Who is responsible for overseeing the ICE Patrol in Greenland's southern coast?

• Eric

• Soren Mayor

• Serena

• Captain Pole

What information must ships report every six hours when entering Greenlandic waters?

• Position, speed, and bearing

• Number of passengers

• Weather conditions

• Cargo details

What event led to the establishment of the ICE reconnaissance?

• A successful rescue operation

• A major storm

• A Danish passenger ship sinking

• Discovery of a new iceberg

What is the primary role of the ICE Patrol in Greenland?

• To guide tourist ships

• To monitor and report ice conditions

• To conduct scientific research

• To enforce fishing regulations