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Glacial Lake Outburst In Bhutan Sends Flash Floods Warning To Bengal, Assam
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A glacial lake outburst at Shintaphu Lake in Bhutan has triggered flash flood warnings for the Indian states of Bengal and Assam. The lake is identified as one of 17 high-risk glacial sites in the region.
Why it matters
Glacial lake outbursts pose a significant threat to downstream communities, necessitating early warning systems and disaster preparedness.
Shintaphu Lake,located at the source of the Mo Chhu River,…
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