Many lakes are said to be growing because of melting glaciers
Glacial lakes in the Himalayas could pose a major hazard to population centres if they are ruptured by earthquakes, scientists say.
The true risk to settlements and infrastructure downstream in the Hindu-Kush-Himalayas region is difficult to assess.
But the Himalayan region is dotted with glacial lakes and is in a seismically active zone.
More here: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-13373416
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