https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/himalayas-face-severe-glacial-flood-risks-in-years-ahead-un-official-warnsContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/himalayas-face-severe-glacial-flood-risks-in-years-ahead-un-official-warnshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/himalayas-face-severe-glacial-flood-risks-in-years-ahead-un-official-warns#u55221Thu, 03 Sep 2026 06:21:15 +0000The Himalayas are at risk of severe glacial floods in the coming years, according to a UN official. This warning comes after recent floods in Nepal that killed over 1,000 people. Climate change is contributing to the risk, but other factors also play a role. The region's glaciers are melting at an alarming rate, increasing the likelihood of glacial lake outburst floods.Why it mattersThe Himalayas are home to many glaciers and are often referred to as the "Third Pole" due to their ice reserves. Rising temperatures are causing these glaciers to melt, leading to an increased risk o