Uttarakhand Government Set To Study 13 Glacial Lakes During Monsoon
Date
6/28/2024 3:23:23 AM
(MENAFN- AsiaNet News) Uttarakhand's State Disaster Management Department is conducting a thorough study of 13 glacial lakes ahead of the monsoon, focusing on high-risk areas like Darma and Vasudhara Tal, to prevent potential calamities through advanced monitoring and mitigation strategies
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Uttarakhand is conducting a thorough study of 13 glacial lakes ahead of the monsoon, focusing on high-risk areas like Darma and Vasudhara Tal, to prevent potential calamities
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Uttarakhand's State Disaster Management Department is gearing up for monsoon season with a comprehensive study of 13 glacial lakes to assess their vulnerabilities, potential risks
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The study has pinpointed high-risk lakes located in Darma, Lasaryanghati, Kutiyangti, and Vasudhara Tal, emphasizing the need for targeted monitoring and preventive measures
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Starting from July, teams will conduct bathymetry studies and assess glacier conditions to gather precise data on lake sizes, glacier formation, and melting patterns
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The Indo-Tibetan Border Police has been tasked with providing detailed reports on the current status and potential threats posed by the identified high-risk lakes
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To mitigate potential risks, plans are underway to install puncture pipes in high-risk lakes, a proactive measure aimed at managing and reducing impact of any potential outbursts
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Expert teams comprising specialists from institutes like the Indian Institute of Remote Sensing, Geological Survey of India were assembled in March to conduct thorough assessments
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Recent incidents, such as the 2013 Kedarnath valley lake outburst that claimed 6,000 lives and the 2021 Rishighanga valley event resulting in 72 fatalities, underscore urgency
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