Glacial Outbursts Cause Massive Devastation in Thame Village, Nepal

Massive flash floods caused by glacial lake outbursts wreaked havoc on Thame village in Nepal's Everest region. Over half the homes were destroyed, with one person missing. Rescued villagers are sheltered in makeshift camps, and experts are investigating the disaster. The impact highlights the dangers of global warming on glacial lakes.

Massive flash floods caused by two glacial lake outbursts devastated Thame village in Nepal's Everest region, officials and scientists confirmed on Saturday. The floods destroyed over half of the homes in the high-altitude village, causing extensive damage and leaving one person reportedly missing, according to MyRepublica.

The Himalayan Times reported that around 93 villagers have sought refuge in an army camp, while 42 others are in a community building. Authorities and experts have inspected the disaster site to analyze the cause of the sudden deluge. The Kathmandu Post cited officials stating that two of the five lakes above Thame village had burst, causing downstream flooding.

Experts from the Cryosphere Society of Nepal confirmed the incident was a Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF). The floods raised sediment levels, causing landslides and major erosions. Villages along the Thame River face ongoing threats, with critical infrastructure like schools and health clinics destroyed.

(With inputs from agencies.)