- Research is underway on underestimated snowfall and high-altitude lake systems, which are vital freshwater sources for Earth's water cycle.
- Expanding glacial lakes in Himachal Pradesh are posing a direct threat to downstream infrastructure.
A joint report issued on August 1st warns about the dangers posed by Glacial Lake Outburst Floods in Himachal Pradesh.
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A joint report issued on August 1st warns about the dangers posed by Glacial Lake Outburst Floods in Himachal Pradesh.
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What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- The outburst of Ghepan glacial lake poses a severe threat, risking 204 hectares of cultivable land and disrupting 106 km of the Manali-Leh highway corridor.Sub-event
Joint report warns about Glacial Lake Outburst Floods in Himachal Pradesh.1 source
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Himachal Pradesh
state in northern India
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