Glacial lake outburst flood (GLOF) study of Dhauliganga basin in the Himalaya
Numerous glacial lakes are forming in high-altitude regions worldwide due to rise in temperature. Some of them may burst i.e. Glacier Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF) may occur causing loss of lives, properties and infrastructures in downstream areas. Thus, GLOF study is necessary to understand its threat...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Taylor & Francis Group
2016-12-01
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| Series: | Cogent Environmental Science |
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| Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/23311843.2016.1249107 |