Glacial lake outburst flood in Nepal-Tibet border region
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Nepal and India authorities
Nepal-Tibet border, Bhote Kashi River
Late August 2026
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Read our editorial policy- Earlier version 29/1/2026, 8:50:50 PM
A glacier detachment caused a deadly flood along the Bhote Kashi River. Hundreds of people, including Indian pilgrims and hydropower workers, are missing. Experts highlight the increasing risk of glacial lake outburst floods due to climate change.
- Earlier version 19/1/2026, 8:10:51 PM
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