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The Hindu19h ago

Nepal flash floods: A wake-up call against infrastructure building spree across Himalayas, warns geo-scientist C.P. Rajendran

Nepal flash floods highlight risks of unregulated infrastructure development in the Himalayas. Geo-scientist warns excessive building on unstable slopes and reduced river efficiency increase disaster vulnerability, undermining ecological resilience.

The Hindu3d ago

Fresh glacial lakes form at source of Nepal’s ice-rock avalanche

New glacial lakes formed at the source of a Nepal ice-rock avalanche. Monitoring limitations may hinder early warning systems for similar disasters. Water volume data remains unavailable, posing ongoing hazard assessment challenges.

Mongabay India4d ago

Nepal disaster reinforces the need for regional preparedness

A massive ice and rock collapse in the Nepal-Tibet border region on August 26 triggered an earthquake and nine-metre flood, killing hundreds and destroying critical infrastructure including dams, hydropower stations, and bridges. The disaster highlights urgent regional preparedness needs amid climate-related hazards.

The Hindu4d ago

Glacier break or earthquake? What triggered the Nepal floods? | Explained

Nepal experienced severe floods triggered by a glacier and rock collapse in the Himalayas near Langtang Lirung, rather than rainfall alone. The incident highlights climate-driven natural hazards in high-altitude regions.

The Hindu4d ago

Danger from above: On the Nepal flood

Natural disasters including floods in Nepal's hilly terrain are increasing amid climate change. The article examines the growing dangers from natural outbursts exacerbated by changing climate patterns.