What is a GLOF, the “tsunami from the sky” caused by the calving of a glacier in Nepal and Tibet
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An immense flash flood struck a border region between northern Nepal and Tibet, resulting in at least 270 deaths and numerous missing persons. According to the US Geological Survey (USGS) and Chinese authorities, the disaster was triggered the previous day by the sudden collapse of a glacier.
The catastrophic event is identified by experts as a GLOF, which stands for Glacial Lake Outburst Flood, a phenomenon colloquially described as a "tsunami from the sky" caused by the breaching or overflow of a glacial lake.
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How the coverage differs
Same story, different emphasis — here's what each outlet chose to lead with.
Infobae (Buenos Aires, Argentina) (AR) - Article 1Focuses on the scientific attribution of the disaster's cause by US and Chinese geological agencies.
Infobae (Buenos Aires, Argentina) (AR) - Article 2Focuses on defining the GLOF phenomenon and reporting the human toll of the tragedy.
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