The Vanishing Glaciers of the Hindu Kush Himalayas: Race Against Time

Warning: 80% of glaciers could vanish by century-end without drastic greenhouse gas reductions.

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Rapid glacier melting: 65% increase from 2011-2020 compared to the previous decade.

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Water supply at risk: Two billion people downstream from Himalayan rivers face danger as glaciers deplete.

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Perils for communities: Flash floods, avalanches, and water scarcity threaten billions in the region.

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Critical water source: Glacial water sustains ten major river systems, providing vital resources for billions.

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Vulnerable mountain communities: Climate change places them at significant risk despite their minimal contribution to global warming.

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Urgent climate action needed: Even slight temperature rises severely impact glaciers and societies dependent on them.

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Safeguarding ecosystems and civilizations: Controlling global warming is essential to prevent irreversible changes in snow, permafrost, and ice forms.

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