[backtobasics]

Not only did it begin to rain (which had not been seen before), but also the fountains of the great deep were "broken up". Water was coming down from above, and from beneath at the same time.

Later, "the fountains also of the deep and the windows of heaven were stopped, and the rain from heaven was restrained."

I wonder what percentage of dry land would be covered with water if both ice caps melted?

[Theo]

I wonder what percentage of dry land would be covered with water if both ice caps melted?

Lots! It's my opinion that prior to the flood, that area was a jungle, with big animals and palm trees. After the flood, when the world was knocked off its axis and that water layer was gone, it froze up. This is the informed opinion of many "creation scientists."