How climate change is impacting the Winter Olympics and athletes

The Winter Olympics in Milan need artificial snow due to climate change and warmer weather. Athletes say man-made snow makes terrain more difficult and unpredictable. Rob Marciano reports on its impact.

How climate change is impacting the Winter Olympics and athletes

TL;DR

  • Milan's Winter Olympics are dependent on artificial snow.
  • Climate change and warmer weather are the reasons for this reliance.
  • Athletes report that artificial snow makes the terrain more difficult and unpredictable.