‘The mountains are changing’: What the floods tell us about the future of India’s Himalayas
Summary
A glacier collapse caused floods in Nepal and affected parts of India, leaving many people missing, including pilgrims and workers. Experts warn that climate change is increasing the risk of similar glacier-related disasters in the Himalayas, which could lead to more flooding and debris flows.Key Facts
- A melting glacier caused a deadly flood along the Bhote Kashi River from Tibet into Nepal.
- At least 275 Indians were reported missing, including hydropower project workers and Hindu pilgrims.
- 149 Indian people have been rescued so far.
- Glacier detachment and melting permafrost are key hazards causing floods and debris flows in the Himalayas.
- Climate change is causing glaciers to retreat and glacial lakes to grow in size and number.
- These changes increase the risk of sudden floods, but monitoring the vast Himalayan region is difficult.
- Experts say all Himalayan states in India face risks from these hazards, but the exact impact is not yet fully studied.
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