Everest Region Flood Warning System Left to Rust, Putting Thousands at Risk
Officials in Nepal have confirmed that the early flood warning system for the Imja glacial lake near Everest has fallen into disrepair.The system, designed to alert thousands of residents to potential floods, has not been maintained since the lake was last drained in 2016.Local Sherpa communities reported that the siren towers, essential for issuing flood warnings, are rusting and some have had their batteries stolen.Additionally, satellite data reception used to monitor the lake's water levels has become unreliable, according to Nepal's Department of Hydrology and Meteorology (DHM).The Imja glacial lake, located at over 5,000 meters above sea level, was reduced... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 25 Apr 2026 01:30 LONDON
