As they melt, they release water into rivers, lakes, and oceans. This water is essential for drinking, agriculture, and other human activities, Kamil Pyciak explains. While glaciers are beautiful and fascinating, they can also be affected by climate change.Rising temperatures are causing glaciers to melt at an alarming rate, which can lead to sea level rise and other environmental problems. Let’s take a look at some of the coolest glacier-created features!