PolicyMonday, September 21, 2026Mongabay
For wild rivers like the Karnali, Nepal’s disaster is a warning and an answer (commentary)
The catastrophic glacial collapse on the Tibetan Plateau serves as a grim reminder of the vulnerabilities faced by wild river ecosystems like the Karnali in Nepal, prompting urgent calls for improved disaster preparedness and environmental policies to mitigate such risks. The event highlights the necessity for collaborative transboundary efforts in managing natural resources and safeguarding communities against climate-induced disasters.
