A Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF) occurs when unstable moraine dams burst, releasing massive floodwaters downstream. Triggered by climate change, earthquakes, and cloudbursts, GLOFs severely threaten the Indian Himalayas. Effective mitigation demands robust hazard mapping, remote sensing, and community-based Early Warning Systems.
Click to View MoreA PLOS Climate update reveals India has warmed by 0.9°C since 1901, leading to intensified Arabian Sea cyclones, rising marine heatwaves, and Himalayan ice loss. Urgent action is needed for adaptation, resilient infrastructure, and climate-smart agriculture to safeguard water security and coastal communities.
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