Glacial Lake Burst in India Kills 18 and Damages Power Projects

Cloudburst caused floods in Sikkim, more heavy rains likely
About 150 people are missing in the northeastern Indian state

A damaged power plant along the Teesta River in India’s Sikkim state on Oct. 5.Photographer: Pankaj Dhungel/AFP/Getty Images

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By Rajesh Kumar Singh and Bibhudatta Pradhan

October 5, 2023 at 11:29 AM UTC

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Flash floods after a glacial lake outburst in India have killed at least 18 people and damaged some hydro-power plants, rekindling worries about the detrimental impact of climate change on human lives and properties.