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Why Himalayan warming could trigger rock and ice avalanches like the one that devastated Nepal: the warning signs

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On August 26, a massive slope collapse near the Langtang Lirung peak in Nepal triggered a catastrophic flood in the Lhende Khola river. The disaster resulted in approximately 1,000 fatalities and displaced thousands of individuals.

Scientific analysis indicates that warming temperatures in the Himalayan region are increasing the risk of such events. The instability of rock and ice formations serves as a critical warning sign for potential future avalanches and subsequent flooding in high-altitude environments.

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