As climate change warms the Himalayas, disasters like the Nepal floods are becoming more frequent

Recent flash floods in Nepal and China killed over one thousand people. High mountain glaciers are melting, increasing flood frequency and intensity. Communities face repeated disasters with little time for recovery and adaptation. Climate change impacts are heightened in the Himalayas, causing complex cascading hazards. Stricter land-use rules and better warning systems are needed to mitigate future risks.