Glacial Lake Outburst Flood

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A devastating glacial lake outburst flood in Nepal, with a massive surge of water and debris inundating a valley and threatening a village.

Earth & Environment

Nepal's Glacial Lake Outburst Flood Risk Surges Amidst Climate Change

Water levels in rivers downstream of a recent glacial collapse in Nepal surged by seven to nine meters within just 30 minutes.

David Grossman·August 30, 2026