A glacial lake outburst flood (GLOF) is a sudden release of water from a lake associated with a glacier. When the natural dam holding that water fails, enormous quantities of water can rush downstream in a short time, carrying mud, rocks, trees and other debris with it. These floods are particularly dangerous in the Himalayas, … Continue reading What Is a Glacial Lake Outburst Flood? Why These Sudden Floods Are So Dangerous