Glacier break or earthquake? What triggered the Nepal floods? | Explained
The evidence now points to a large collapse of ice and rock high in the Himalayas near Langtang Lirung, rather than heavy rainfall.
· 8/28/2026, 6:19:41 AM· 2 min read
The evidence now points to a large collapse of ice and rock high in the Himalayas near Langtang Lirung, rather than heavy rainfall.
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