'5th Smallest on Record': Is the Ozone Hole over Antarctica Getting Smaller? All You Need to Know - The Times of India

Antarctic Ozone Layer Shows Signs Of Recovery: NASA

The Antarctic ozone layer is showing signs of recovery, reaching an annual maximum of 8.83 million square miles on September 9, scientists from NASA and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) said.

'5th smallest on record': Is the ozone hole over Antarctica getting smaller? All you need to know - The Times of India

Antarctica's ozone hole is showing significant recovery, appearing smaller and breaking up earlier this year. Scientists attribute this positive trend to global efforts under the Montreal Protocol, which has reduced ozone-depleting chemicals. While weather plays a role, the long-term outlook for the ozone layer's full recovery by the late 2060s remains promising.