Everest Flood Warning System Rusts, Endangering Thousands

A multi-million dollar flood warning system, intended to protect thousands of lives near Mount Everest, has reportedly been left to rust and is no longer functional.

24 Apr, 23:28 — 24 Apr, 23:28

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Thousands at risk after multi-million dollar Everest flood warning system left to rust

The flood warning system at Imja glacial lake has not been maintained since 2016, fearful locals tell BBC.

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