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Nepal launches $50 million glacial lake drainage project following August 2026 glacier collapse floods
Nepal announced a multi-year initiative to drain four high-altitude glacial lakes (Thulagi, Lower Barun, Lumding Tsho, and Hongu II) this fiscal year, supported by the Green Climate Fund and UNDP. The effort follows an August 2026 glacier collapse near the China border.
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The project represents a climate adaptation response to visible Himalayan glacier impacts and ongoing disaster risk. The draining aims to reduce breach risks by lowering water levels approximately 3 meters through controlled canals and sensor systems. High engagement reflects global attention to climate-driven hazards in vulnerable regions and the human cost of glacier melt.
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