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After Nepal disaster, experts warn J&K faces looming GLOF, earthquake risks
They have called for urgent strategic planning and disaster preparedness to mitigate the growing risks posed by glacial lake outbursts, floods, landslides and earthquakes, warning that the region could otherwise face destruction even worse than what unfolded in Nepal.
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- Why it matters
- Glacial lake outburst floods can destroy infrastructure and settlements with little warning; the region lacks the preparedness that could reduce casualties and damage in mountainous terrain where escape is difficult.
- Most affected
- Residents of Jammu and Kashmir — Exposure to unmitigated risks from glacial lake outbursts and earthquakes without stated preparedness.
- Likely next
- Whether Jammu and Kashmir authorities announce or implement the strategic planning and disaster preparedness measures the experts are calling for.
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