Scientists find clues in satellite imagery to the cause of catastrophic floods in Nepal and Tibet
Summary
Heavy floods struck the Nepal-China border area, killing hundreds and leaving many missing. Scientists used satellite images to find that a glacier and nearby bedrock collapsed, causing debris to flow into villages and rivers.Key Facts
- Flooding occurred along the border between Nepal and Tibet (China).
- Hundreds of people died, and many are still missing, including foreigners and pilgrims.
- Satellite images showed a glacier breaking off from Langtang Lirung peak.
- Bedrock under the glacier collapsed, pushing ice and rocks into the valley.
- Water and mud several stories high flooded communities downstream.
- Rivers became wider and filled with mud and debris, changing color due to sediment.
- The disaster is the largest glacier flood recorded by experts studying the area.
- Scientists believe the floods are linked to climate change melting glaciers and thawing permafrost, causing mountain instability.
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