Glacial Lake Outburst Flood In Sikkim Kills Over 25 People: What Is GLOF? How Is It Triggered? outlookindia.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from outlookindia.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.
A GLOF occurred in parts of Lhonak Lake, leading to a rapid rise in water levels with very high velocities downstream along the Teesta River Basin in the early hours of October 4
A study conducted by the Central Water Commission in 2015 warned the Sikkim state government about the vulnerability of hydropower projects on the Teesta river to glacial lake outburst flood (GLOF)-triggered disasters. The recent GLOF in Sikkim resulted in severe damage, including the breach of the Chungthang dam, and caused numerous casualties. The study highlighted the potential impact of GLOFs on vulnerable areas and recommended informing local bodies and project authorities about the consequences of such events.