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Before The Nepal Flood, A Glacial Fall: Tracing The Trigger, And A 100-km Killer Run
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Before The Nepal Flood, A Glacial Fall: Tracing The Trigger, And A 100-km Killer Run

An avalanche triggered by a glacial fall on the Nepal-China border caused a massive debris flow that traveled approximately 100 kilometers downstream through multiple river systems, with the longest stretch occurring along the Trishuli River. This event is linked to the subsequent flooding in Nepal, highlighting the potential dangers posed by glacial activity in mountainous regions. The incident underscores the need for monitoring such geological phenomena, particularly in areas where glaciers meet steep terrain and waterways.

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Before The Nepal Flood, A Glacial Fall: Tracing The Trigger, And A 100-km Killer Run

An avalanche triggered by a glacial fall on the Nepal-China border caused a massive debris flow that traveled approximately 100 kilometers downstream through multiple river systems, with the longest stretch occurring along the Trishuli River. This event is linked to the subsequent flooding in Nepal, highlighting the potential dangers posed by glacial activity in mountainous regions. The incident underscores the need for monitoring such geological phenomena, particularly in areas where glaciers meet steep terrain and waterways.

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