Why Are Cloudbursts Frequent In The Himalaya | EXPLAINED
Cloudbursts have become increasingly common in India. In recent times, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh and Uttarakhand, and the Western Ghats have witnessed cases of cloudbursts. These not only claim lives, but also cause widespread devastation. We explain what they are, why they cause so much destruction and the potential causes behind the increase […]
Cloudbursts, Landslides & Floods: Himalaya Is A Fragile Ecosystem
On July 28, at least seven people were killed, 17 injured and over 35 went missing after a cloudburst hit a remote village of Jammu and Kashmir. Infact, the ensuing flashfloods have wreaked havoc in the Himalayas. Himachal Pradesh has been battered by rains and landslides for the past few weeks, claiming many lives and […]
