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Sherpas question safety of Everest villages after floods devastate homes
Sherpas in the Everest region are questioning the safety of their villages after a glacial lake burst on August 16, destroying homes and leaving many uncertain about their future.
In short:
- A glacial lake burst flooded Thame village, destroying over a dozen buildings, including homes, a school and a clinic.
- Residents, many of whom were displaced, are now concerned about the safety of remaining in the area.
- Lack of monitoring and disaster preparedness for glacial lakes in the Himalayas exacerbates the risks faced by these communities.
Key quote:
"The bigger question is if this place is safe enough to live in now. This flood has shown that we face an even more dangerous situation now, and therefore people don’t feel safe."
— Yangji Doma Sherpa, a native of Thame who was born in the village
Why this matters:
Accelerating glacier melt due to global warming is increasing the risk of deadly floods in the Himalayas, endangering local communities. Insufficient monitoring and preparedness further heighten the vulnerability of these remote regions.
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