Study Warns Of Glacial Outburst [GLOF] Risks From Hydropower Projects In The Himalayas, Caution Comes After Nod To Resume Testa III [Hydroelectric Project, India]
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https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/study-warns-of-glacial-outburst-risks-from-hydropower-projects-in-himalayas-caution-comes-after-nod-to-resume-teesta-iii/articleshow/117753719.cms <-- shared media article
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https://doi.org/10.1126/science.ads2659 <-- shared paper
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Glacial lake outburst floods are becoming more frequent and destructive as the climate warms. These floods occur when ice or rock dams holding back glacial lakes fail, releasing huge volumes of water. They pose serious threats to people and infrastructure downstream, especially in mountainous regions like Alaska and the Himalayas. #GLOF #GlacialLakes #ClimateRisk https://theconversation.com/glacial-lake-outburst-floods-in-alaska-and-the-himalayas-show-evolving-hazards-in-a-warming-world-214829

A glorious late autumn morning over Lac La Ronge. Venus/the last Silmaril shines brightly in the sky.