How a glacier collapse is believed to have caused Nepal-Tibet disaster

Catastrophic flooding has occurred along the border of Nepal and Tibet, resulting in a significant loss of life and a large number of missing persons. Experts believe the disaster was triggered by a massive piece of ice breaking off from a glacier and falling thousands of meters into a river below. Initial speculation regarding a potential earthquake as the cause has been addressed by the US Geological Survey, which clarified the situation.

The disaster has left hundreds to over a thousand people missing, including pilgrims and foreign nationals. Search and rescue efforts remain ongoing as authorities and experts continue to assess the impact of the glacial collapse on the region.