Following a disaster in Nepal, scientists warned on September 18, 2026, that thousands of glaciers spanning eight Himalayan nations pose flood risks to the region. Experts called for better monitoring and cross-border cooperation to prevent future catastrophes.
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The catastrophe set off alarms in a region with thousands of glaciers spanning eight nations. Better monitoring and cooperation between the countries could save lives, experts say.
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“Climate change is happening. It doesn’t recognize boundaries.” www.nytimes.com/2026/09/18/c... The catastrophe set off alarms in a region with thousands of glaciers spanning eight nations. Better monitoring and cooperation between the countries could save lives, experts say.