Glacial Lakes in the Himalayas Expand Significantly, Raising Flood Risk

Satellite images from ISRO show a significant expansion of glacial lakes in the Himalayas over the past 3-4 decades. Over 600 lakes have doubled in size, raising concerns about Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOFs), which can have devastating downstream impacts. The study highlights the need for monitoring and understanding glacial lake dynamics for GLOF risk management and climate change adaptation.

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