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February 8, 2021

Scores of People Missing and Feared Dead After Himalayan Glacier Collapse
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In northern India, at least 14 people were confirmed dead, and over 150
are missing and feared dead, after part of a glacier broke off in the
Himalayas, triggering a flood of water, rock and mud that collapsed a
hydroelectric dam. Himalayan glaciers are rapidly melting due to global
heating. Environmental groups have warned against building power
projects in the area, which is vulnerable to landslides and flooding.


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