How a mountain collapse triggered Nepal’s deadly flood in just 7 minutes | The Climate Economy
How did a mountain collapse trigger one of Nepal’s deadliest flood disasters? In this explainer, we break down the strange warning signs, the shrinking river, the seismic signal initially mistaken for an earthquake, and the chain reaction that turned rock, ice and water into a catastrophic flood. Here’s what scientists know so far about the Nepal flood disaster and why experts say it could change how Himalayan hazards are monitored in the future. Show more lines
· 9/6/2026, 6:18:38 AM· 2 min read
How did a mountain collapse trigger one of Nepal’s deadliest flood disasters? In this explainer, we break down the strange warning signs, the shrinking river, the seismic signal initially mistaken for an earthquake, and the chain reaction that turned rock, ice and water into a catastrophic flood. Here’s what scientists know so far about the Nepal flood disaster and why experts say it could change how Himalayan hazards are monitored in the future. Show more lines
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