UN warns Himalayan glacier hazards threaten rivers and infrastructure
A glacier collapse near Langtang Lirung in Nepal last week triggered a landslide into the Trishuli River and a flood that has killed more than 1,000 people and damaged hydroelectric projects. U.N. and UNDP officials warn climate-driven glacier melt and unstable glacial lakes across the Himalayan and Hindu Kush regions increase the risk of sudden floods and lake outbursts that could threaten millions and critical infrastructure. Researchers identified 47 potentially dangerous glacial lakes in 2020 across Nepal, China and India, and updated UNDP data in June suggests there are many more. The flood also took out 15 major power stations under construction, highlighting regional energy vulnerability.
Himalayan floods have killed over 1,000 and threaten millions
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A glacier near Langtang Lirung collapsed and sent a landslide into the Trishuli River. The flood killed more than 1,000 people and damaged many power projects. Warmer weather and more glacial lakes could cause more sudden floods.
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