Everest's Sherpas fear their homes could wash away
Climate change is melting glaciers at unprecedented rates - and putting thousands in Nepal at risk.
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c785nwq568zo
Thame, a Sherpa village in Nepal's Everest region, was recently hit by an icy flood from a bursting glacial lake, raising concerns about safety for the residents, especially due to lack of monitoring and early warning systems. The incident highlights the increasing risks posed by rapidly melting glaciers in the Himalayas, leading to the formation of new, potentially dangerous lakes. The area's vulnerability to climate change impacts is exacerbated by limited disaster preparedness and slow response to the growing threats.