Catastrophic Glacial Lake Outburst Flood Hits Nepal-Tibet Border

Reporting on the immediate aftermath of the flood at the Gyirong border, including infrastructure damage and power outages.

Detailed breakdown of missing and deceased persons, highlighting the high number of foreign tourists affected.

Explanation from the USGS regarding the collapse of the Himalayan glacier and the formation of a natural dam.

Deployment of 3,000 rescue personnel and support from the UN and other nations despite difficult terrain.

China's CCTV reports on aerial damage assessments and Tibet raising its emergency response to Level 1.

Concerns over a newly formed lake and the risk of a second flash flood at the border.

Analysis of how the disaster in Nepal could lead to a major flood crisis in India's Bihar and Uttar Pradesh states.

Dr. Seri Suparathit discusses the IPCC's findings on glacial lake instability and global warming.

Assistant Professor Dr. Thamrong discusses the doubling of melt rates in the Himalayas compared to previous decades.

Dr. Sonthikoch discusses how warming temperatures melt the 'glue' of permafrost, leading to structural collapse.