In the wake of climate change-induced extreme weather patterns, the South Asian mountains are witnessing a series of devastating events. The latest tragedy occurred as heavy rains breached the banks of a glacial lake in ભારત, triggering flash floods in a mountain valley that resulted in the loss of at least 40 lives, as confirmed by officials speaking to news agency.
This disaster, which has affected 22,000 local residents according to authorities, is part of an alarming trend of extreme weather events in the region attributed to climate change.
The incident serves as a stark reminder of the urgent need for climate action to mitigate the escalating risks faced by vulnerable communities in mountainous regions.
