The Glacier's Grim Toll: Lessons from Nepal's Floods The images emerging from Nepal are a stark reminder that the natural world is not always predictable, and human endeavors can be woefully unprepared for its fury.
Recent floods near the Chinese border have left a trail of destruction, with scientists still working to piece together the exact sequence of events.
Climate change is rewriting the script on natural disasters worldwide, and Nepal's experience serves as a stark warning that even in regions thought to be more resilient, the consequences can be catastrophic.