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A major highway in Nepal has collapsed four days after floodwaters caused by a catastrophic glacial outburst weakened it, according to Al Jazeera.
Analysis & context
Analysis & Context
Analytically, Nepal faces significant challenges in dealing with the aftermath of glacial outbursts and flooding, which occur frequently. These incidents have a severe impact on infrastructure, particularly roads and bridges, leading to disruptions in communication between different regions of the country. In a broader context, climate change is a primary factor in the increasing frequency of such extreme natural events.
