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7:52am: Massive Chunk of Ice Breaks off Iceberg in Ilullisat, Greenland (Jun 11, 2026)

A large chunk of ice breaks away from a massive glacier near Ilulissat, Greenland, sending a powerful wave across the water. 0:40 Iceberg Calves This calving event was caught on camera from Ilulissat at 7:52 a.m. on June 11. The moment begins with a sudden collapse of ice, followed by a wave spreading outward from the impact zone. Glacier calving is one of the most dramatic sights in the Arctic, where enormous pieces of ice can break loose and release a surprising amount of energy into the surrounding water. You can experience this exact view in person by staying at this beautiful ocean front home in Ilulissat, Greenland. This home is located in one of the absolute best locations in Ilulissat, where you can hear the sea just outside as well as the smell of the ice from Ilulissat Isfjord. Learn more here: https://www.ilulissatstay.com/en/jomsborg-ilulissat