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This is what a glacial lake outburst flood looks like
As the climate changes and glaciers melt, a lesser-known threat lurks in alpine areas: glacial lake outburst floods. These events happen rapidly, releasing huge amounts of water with little or no warning. Unsuspecting communities lying in the flood path can suffer serious losses.
Researchers seek better ways to predict these outburst floods and mitigate their danger. Take a hike through the Swiss Alps with glaciologist Fabian Walter to learn about this phenomenon and our ongoing efforts to understand it.
Please visit our website to discover the latest advances in science and technology: http://bit.ly/30Z4ZpZ
Discover world-changing science with a subscription to Scientific American. Learn more: http://bit.ly/2RtR1cs
published: 15 Jan 2020
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Glacial Lake Outburst Flood
A glacial lake outburst flood, or GLOF, is sudden release of water from a lake fed by glacier melt that has formed at the side, in front, within, beneath or on the surface of a glacier. It can be impounded by moraine complexes, glacial ice or even bedrock and, as a result of breaching, slope failure, overtopping or other failure mechanisms, can lead to catastrophic phenomena in the high mountains that threaten people’s lives, livelihoods and regional infrastructure.
published: 24 Jul 2019
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Glacier outburst flood from Lhotse glacier, Nepal, June 2016
Glacier outburst flood from Lhotse Glacier in June 2016 was captured on video by Elizabeth Byers, Produced by David Rounce
published: 30 May 2018
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arcGIS Glacier Lake Outburst Flood Simulation
Glacier Lake Outburst Flood results devastating impact in Himalayan terrain. Current video is the result of one such flood simulation for Geepangath Glacier Lake, Chandra River Basin, India. Simulation is done using ESRI's ArcGIS software (ArcScene). Topography is generated using ASTER 30 m DEM. Settlements are marked using green flags.
published: 30 Jan 2017
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Time-lapse images of Alaska glacial lake basin during outburst flood
Over two days in early August, a glacial lake on a tributary of the Mendenhall Glacier burst through its ice dam and drained into the Mendenhall River. Time-lapse images from a remote camera captured the dramatic drop in lake levels. Read our Event Tracker feature for more details: https://www.climate.gov/news-features/event-tracker/major-flood-outburst-mendenhall-glacier-alaska-not-possible-without.
Video produced by the Climate.gov based on images from the National Weather Service forecast office in Juneau. Unless specifically stated otherwise, Climate.gov video productions can be freely republished or re-purposed by others.
published: 14 Aug 2023
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Bridge in Pakistan destroyed by glacial lake outburst flood
Food, petrol, and water crisis is impending in Hunza’s Hassanabad village in addition to the disconnection with the Gilgit via the main route after the bridge collapse on the Karakoram Highway (KKH) on Saturday by a glacial lake outburst flood (GLOF) from the Shishper Glacier, prompting Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to seek a report over the incident and ordered officials to take emergency measures.
In a statement on Sunday, the PM ordered the officials to ensure the shifting of the people to safe locations and the provision of food and other necessary items. “The premier has ordered officials to estimate the cost of two damaged powerhouses and disruption to the water supply.”
PM Shehbaz has directed the officials to restore the two power plants of 700MW and 250 on “war footings”.
The G...
published: 08 May 2022
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Glaciers only in Museums! Glacial Lake outburst Flood and warming
In the last few years the Hindu Kush Himalayan (HKH) region has been facing more and more flood related situations. This region, which includes the world’s highest mountains, covers four million square kilometers across eight countries: (Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, China, India, Myanmar, Nepal, and Pakistan) and is vital for the lives and livelihoods of 240 million people.
While some floods in the area have been caused by natural causes the most catastrophic ones may be the result of glacial lake outburst floods (GLOF)
The last recorded GLOF event in India was in Sikkim when at least 14 persons were killed in North Sikkim in October, 2023.
Research also indicates that Hindu Kush Himalayan region is warming faster than the global average. This directly threatens its diverse ecosystem...
published: 08 Mar 2024
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Exclusive Footage Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF) | Hunza
This is how the GlacialLake Water Outburst Started In Hunza
published: 30 May 2020
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SIH2024 PS1650 , Early Warning System for Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOFs) #sih2024 #drdo #mha
Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOFs) occur when the dam containing a glacial lake fails, releasing large volumes of water suddenly and causing catastrophic downstream flooding. Climate change is increasing the number and size of glacial lakes, heightening the risk of GLOFs. Curent monitoring and prediction methods can be improved with advanced technologies like remote sensing, sensors installed near glacial lakes and machine learning. • Description: The aim is to develop a remote sensing and/or sensor-based Early Warning System (EWS) for GLOFs by utilizing remote sensing data, network of IoT sensors and advanced data analytics. The system will continuously monitor and identify critical changes in lake
size, water level, temperature, sudden water flow, dam stability and ground movement etc...
published: 30 Sep 2024
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The Unbelievable Story of Earth’s Most Epic Flood
Head to http://actnow.climeworks.com/besmart and learn more about removing CO₂ from the air.
↓↓↓ More info and sources below ↓↓↓
One day around 15,000 years ago, a wall of ice 2,000 feet tall and 30 miles wide suddenly broke wide open, and it unleashed the largest flood that we know of in the history of Earth. Come and hit the road with me as we search for the geologic fingerprints of the Missoula Ice Age Floods, and learn the story of one of the worst natural disasters that’s ever happened!
High fives to Nick Zentner for educating me on the geology of Eastern Washington. He makes incredible geology videos on YouTUbe:
https://www.youtube.com/user/GeologyNick
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qHaL04gZQwc&list=PL18y1vgsGPLbl3wrSZwUyvkAiUJHZTS5Y
Follow me to @PBS Eons for more Kallie an...
published: 11 Oct 2022
4:09
This is what a glacial lake outburst flood looks like
As the climate changes and glaciers melt, a lesser-known threat lurks in alpine areas: glacial lake outburst floods. These events happen rapidly, releasing huge...
As the climate changes and glaciers melt, a lesser-known threat lurks in alpine areas: glacial lake outburst floods. These events happen rapidly, releasing huge amounts of water with little or no warning. Unsuspecting communities lying in the flood path can suffer serious losses.
Researchers seek better ways to predict these outburst floods and mitigate their danger. Take a hike through the Swiss Alps with glaciologist Fabian Walter to learn about this phenomenon and our ongoing efforts to understand it.
Please visit our website to discover the latest advances in science and technology: http://bit.ly/30Z4ZpZ
Discover world-changing science with a subscription to Scientific American. Learn more: http://bit.ly/2RtR1cs
https://wn.com/This_Is_What_A_Glacial_Lake_Outburst_Flood_Looks_Like
As the climate changes and glaciers melt, a lesser-known threat lurks in alpine areas: glacial lake outburst floods. These events happen rapidly, releasing huge amounts of water with little or no warning. Unsuspecting communities lying in the flood path can suffer serious losses.
Researchers seek better ways to predict these outburst floods and mitigate their danger. Take a hike through the Swiss Alps with glaciologist Fabian Walter to learn about this phenomenon and our ongoing efforts to understand it.
Please visit our website to discover the latest advances in science and technology: http://bit.ly/30Z4ZpZ
Discover world-changing science with a subscription to Scientific American. Learn more: http://bit.ly/2RtR1cs
- published: 15 Jan 2020
- views: 1265705
0:21
Glacial Lake Outburst Flood
A glacial lake outburst flood, or GLOF, is sudden release of water from a lake fed by glacier melt that has formed at the side, in front, within, beneath or on ...
A glacial lake outburst flood, or GLOF, is sudden release of water from a lake fed by glacier melt that has formed at the side, in front, within, beneath or on the surface of a glacier. It can be impounded by moraine complexes, glacial ice or even bedrock and, as a result of breaching, slope failure, overtopping or other failure mechanisms, can lead to catastrophic phenomena in the high mountains that threaten people’s lives, livelihoods and regional infrastructure.
https://wn.com/Glacial_Lake_Outburst_Flood
A glacial lake outburst flood, or GLOF, is sudden release of water from a lake fed by glacier melt that has formed at the side, in front, within, beneath or on the surface of a glacier. It can be impounded by moraine complexes, glacial ice or even bedrock and, as a result of breaching, slope failure, overtopping or other failure mechanisms, can lead to catastrophic phenomena in the high mountains that threaten people’s lives, livelihoods and regional infrastructure.
- published: 24 Jul 2019
- views: 52038
2:13
Glacier outburst flood from Lhotse glacier, Nepal, June 2016
Glacier outburst flood from Lhotse Glacier in June 2016 was captured on video by Elizabeth Byers, Produced by David Rounce
Glacier outburst flood from Lhotse Glacier in June 2016 was captured on video by Elizabeth Byers, Produced by David Rounce
https://wn.com/Glacier_Outburst_Flood_From_Lhotse_Glacier,_Nepal,_June_2016
Glacier outburst flood from Lhotse Glacier in June 2016 was captured on video by Elizabeth Byers, Produced by David Rounce
- published: 30 May 2018
- views: 561930
0:31
arcGIS Glacier Lake Outburst Flood Simulation
Glacier Lake Outburst Flood results devastating impact in Himalayan terrain. Current video is the result of one such flood simulation for Geepangath Glacier Lak...
Glacier Lake Outburst Flood results devastating impact in Himalayan terrain. Current video is the result of one such flood simulation for Geepangath Glacier Lake, Chandra River Basin, India. Simulation is done using ESRI's ArcGIS software (ArcScene). Topography is generated using ASTER 30 m DEM. Settlements are marked using green flags.
https://wn.com/Arcgis_Glacier_Lake_Outburst_Flood_Simulation
Glacier Lake Outburst Flood results devastating impact in Himalayan terrain. Current video is the result of one such flood simulation for Geepangath Glacier Lake, Chandra River Basin, India. Simulation is done using ESRI's ArcGIS software (ArcScene). Topography is generated using ASTER 30 m DEM. Settlements are marked using green flags.
- published: 30 Jan 2017
- views: 2962
0:13
Time-lapse images of Alaska glacial lake basin during outburst flood
Over two days in early August, a glacial lake on a tributary of the Mendenhall Glacier burst through its ice dam and drained into the Mendenhall River. Time-lap...
Over two days in early August, a glacial lake on a tributary of the Mendenhall Glacier burst through its ice dam and drained into the Mendenhall River. Time-lapse images from a remote camera captured the dramatic drop in lake levels. Read our Event Tracker feature for more details: https://www.climate.gov/news-features/event-tracker/major-flood-outburst-mendenhall-glacier-alaska-not-possible-without.
Video produced by the Climate.gov based on images from the National Weather Service forecast office in Juneau. Unless specifically stated otherwise, Climate.gov video productions can be freely republished or re-purposed by others.
https://wn.com/Time_Lapse_Images_Of_Alaska_Glacial_Lake_Basin_During_Outburst_Flood
Over two days in early August, a glacial lake on a tributary of the Mendenhall Glacier burst through its ice dam and drained into the Mendenhall River. Time-lapse images from a remote camera captured the dramatic drop in lake levels. Read our Event Tracker feature for more details: https://www.climate.gov/news-features/event-tracker/major-flood-outburst-mendenhall-glacier-alaska-not-possible-without.
Video produced by the Climate.gov based on images from the National Weather Service forecast office in Juneau. Unless specifically stated otherwise, Climate.gov video productions can be freely republished or re-purposed by others.
- published: 14 Aug 2023
- views: 20366
0:39
Bridge in Pakistan destroyed by glacial lake outburst flood
Food, petrol, and water crisis is impending in Hunza’s Hassanabad village in addition to the disconnection with the Gilgit via the main route after the bridge c...
Food, petrol, and water crisis is impending in Hunza’s Hassanabad village in addition to the disconnection with the Gilgit via the main route after the bridge collapse on the Karakoram Highway (KKH) on Saturday by a glacial lake outburst flood (GLOF) from the Shishper Glacier, prompting Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to seek a report over the incident and ordered officials to take emergency measures.
In a statement on Sunday, the PM ordered the officials to ensure the shifting of the people to safe locations and the provision of food and other necessary items. “The premier has ordered officials to estimate the cost of two damaged powerhouses and disruption to the water supply.”
PM Shehbaz has directed the officials to restore the two power plants of 700MW and 250 on “war footings”.
The GLOF occurred after the glacial lake formed over the Shisper glacier started receding 8,000 cusecs of water while initiating the glacial melting prior to the normal duration.
The KKH bridge was damaged due to the massive flooding that disconnected Gilgit and Hunza. Apart from this, the incident has also damaged the water supply system to Hassanabad and Aliabad. The authorities have opened the alternate route only for small vehicles on the SAS Valley Road.
According to officials, the local population was not prone to any sort of risk however it the food, water, and petrol crisis is impending in the area which connects Gilgit city to other valleys of the mountainous region. Houses, orchards, powerhouses, and fibre optics have also been damaged in the area.
Connecting areas Murtazaabad, Haiderabad, and Aliabad have also been affected because of the bridge collapse, with people complaining about increase in vegetable prices.
Adviser on Kashmir Affairs and Gilgit Baltistan Qamar Zaman Kaira has directed the officials to work on a “war footing” to restore road connectivity and routine life.
“At least 52 homes and the KKH from some points have been damaged because of the flow of 8,000 cusecs of water,” GB Chief Secretay Muhiuddin Wani said. Hunza Deputy Commissioner Abdul Wahab said steps were under way for the availability of food, health facilities, and petrol to the people.
The lake outburst broke the intake points of the water storage and caused erosion which resulted in damage to properties. Experts have always highlighted the risks posed to Gilgit-Baltistan because of climate change as such incidents have also happened before.
“All institutions are alert.”
Tourists are stuck due to the roadblock. At least 15 tourists, including foreigners, travelling on a coaster were injured on Saturday.
The Hunza’s Hassanabad bridge, which is of historical importance, connects lower Hunza to upper Hunza that ends at the China border – Khunjerab Pass – making it vital for the connectivity to the whole country.
According to Climate Change Minister Sherry Rehman, the FWO would have a temporary bridge up in 48 hours.
“Pakistan has the highest number of glaciers outside the polar region and many are losing mass due to high global temperatures. We need global leaders to reduce emissions, walk the talk,” she said in a series of tweets.
- aaj.tv
#pakistan #hassanabad #karakoram #shehbazsharif #news #breakingnews #aljazeera #india #china #breakingnews #khunjerab
https://wn.com/Bridge_In_Pakistan_Destroyed_By_Glacial_Lake_Outburst_Flood
Food, petrol, and water crisis is impending in Hunza’s Hassanabad village in addition to the disconnection with the Gilgit via the main route after the bridge collapse on the Karakoram Highway (KKH) on Saturday by a glacial lake outburst flood (GLOF) from the Shishper Glacier, prompting Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to seek a report over the incident and ordered officials to take emergency measures.
In a statement on Sunday, the PM ordered the officials to ensure the shifting of the people to safe locations and the provision of food and other necessary items. “The premier has ordered officials to estimate the cost of two damaged powerhouses and disruption to the water supply.”
PM Shehbaz has directed the officials to restore the two power plants of 700MW and 250 on “war footings”.
The GLOF occurred after the glacial lake formed over the Shisper glacier started receding 8,000 cusecs of water while initiating the glacial melting prior to the normal duration.
The KKH bridge was damaged due to the massive flooding that disconnected Gilgit and Hunza. Apart from this, the incident has also damaged the water supply system to Hassanabad and Aliabad. The authorities have opened the alternate route only for small vehicles on the SAS Valley Road.
According to officials, the local population was not prone to any sort of risk however it the food, water, and petrol crisis is impending in the area which connects Gilgit city to other valleys of the mountainous region. Houses, orchards, powerhouses, and fibre optics have also been damaged in the area.
Connecting areas Murtazaabad, Haiderabad, and Aliabad have also been affected because of the bridge collapse, with people complaining about increase in vegetable prices.
Adviser on Kashmir Affairs and Gilgit Baltistan Qamar Zaman Kaira has directed the officials to work on a “war footing” to restore road connectivity and routine life.
“At least 52 homes and the KKH from some points have been damaged because of the flow of 8,000 cusecs of water,” GB Chief Secretay Muhiuddin Wani said. Hunza Deputy Commissioner Abdul Wahab said steps were under way for the availability of food, health facilities, and petrol to the people.
The lake outburst broke the intake points of the water storage and caused erosion which resulted in damage to properties. Experts have always highlighted the risks posed to Gilgit-Baltistan because of climate change as such incidents have also happened before.
“All institutions are alert.”
Tourists are stuck due to the roadblock. At least 15 tourists, including foreigners, travelling on a coaster were injured on Saturday.
The Hunza’s Hassanabad bridge, which is of historical importance, connects lower Hunza to upper Hunza that ends at the China border – Khunjerab Pass – making it vital for the connectivity to the whole country.
According to Climate Change Minister Sherry Rehman, the FWO would have a temporary bridge up in 48 hours.
“Pakistan has the highest number of glaciers outside the polar region and many are losing mass due to high global temperatures. We need global leaders to reduce emissions, walk the talk,” she said in a series of tweets.
- aaj.tv
#pakistan #hassanabad #karakoram #shehbazsharif #news #breakingnews #aljazeera #india #china #breakingnews #khunjerab
- published: 08 May 2022
- views: 282
11:12
Glaciers only in Museums! Glacial Lake outburst Flood and warming
In the last few years the Hindu Kush Himalayan (HKH) region has been facing more and more flood related situations. This region, which includes the world’s high...
In the last few years the Hindu Kush Himalayan (HKH) region has been facing more and more flood related situations. This region, which includes the world’s highest mountains, covers four million square kilometers across eight countries: (
Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, China, India, Myanmar, Nepal, and Pakistan) and is vital for the lives and livelihoods of 240 million people.
While some floods in the area have been caused by natural causes the most catastrophic ones may be the result of glacial lake outburst floods (GLOF)
The last recorded GLOF event in India was in Sikkim when at least 14 persons were killed in North Sikkim in October, 2023.
Research also indicates that Hindu Kush Himalayan region is warming faster than the global average. This directly threatens its diverse ecosystems and rich biodiversity.
But before we discuss GLOFs and its impact on the Himalayas, let’s first understand how they are formed and what are the factors influencing them.
#cryosphere #glacier #climatechange #save the snow
https://wn.com/Glaciers_Only_In_Museums_Glacial_Lake_Outburst_Flood_And_Warming
In the last few years the Hindu Kush Himalayan (HKH) region has been facing more and more flood related situations. This region, which includes the world’s highest mountains, covers four million square kilometers across eight countries: (
Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, China, India, Myanmar, Nepal, and Pakistan) and is vital for the lives and livelihoods of 240 million people.
While some floods in the area have been caused by natural causes the most catastrophic ones may be the result of glacial lake outburst floods (GLOF)
The last recorded GLOF event in India was in Sikkim when at least 14 persons were killed in North Sikkim in October, 2023.
Research also indicates that Hindu Kush Himalayan region is warming faster than the global average. This directly threatens its diverse ecosystems and rich biodiversity.
But before we discuss GLOFs and its impact on the Himalayas, let’s first understand how they are formed and what are the factors influencing them.
#cryosphere #glacier #climatechange #save the snow
- published: 08 Mar 2024
- views: 103982
1:03
SIH2024 PS1650 , Early Warning System for Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOFs) #sih2024 #drdo #mha
Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOFs) occur when the dam containing a glacial lake fails, releasing large volumes of water suddenly and causing catastrophic down...
Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOFs) occur when the dam containing a glacial lake fails, releasing large volumes of water suddenly and causing catastrophic downstream flooding. Climate change is increasing the number and size of glacial lakes, heightening the risk of GLOFs. Curent monitoring and prediction methods can be improved with advanced technologies like remote sensing, sensors installed near glacial lakes and machine learning. • Description: The aim is to develop a remote sensing and/or sensor-based Early Warning System (EWS) for GLOFs by utilizing remote sensing data, network of IoT sensors and advanced data analytics. The system will continuously monitor and identify critical changes in lake
size, water level, temperature, sudden water flow, dam stability and ground movement etc. around glacial lakes. The machine learning algorithms will analyse the information to detect early signs of potential outbursts. This approach will significantly enhance the capability to predict and respond to GLOFs, improving safety, reducing economic losses, and contributing to resilient infrastructure planning in glacial regions. • Expected Solution: A Sensor which can be installed in glacial lake area, or a predictive model that significantly improves the Early Warning System ability for GLOFs, providing critical lead time for evacuation and mitigation efforts.
Organization :
Ministry of Defence Department Defence Research and Devlopment Organisation (DRDO)
Category software
Theme disaster Management
Youtube LinkDataset Link
#mha #sih2024 #drdo #glacier #glacialoutbrust #india #hackathon #problemstatement
https://wn.com/Sih2024_Ps1650_,_Early_Warning_System_For_Glacial_Lake_Outburst_Floods_(Glofs)_Sih2024_Drdo_Mha
Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOFs) occur when the dam containing a glacial lake fails, releasing large volumes of water suddenly and causing catastrophic downstream flooding. Climate change is increasing the number and size of glacial lakes, heightening the risk of GLOFs. Curent monitoring and prediction methods can be improved with advanced technologies like remote sensing, sensors installed near glacial lakes and machine learning. • Description: The aim is to develop a remote sensing and/or sensor-based Early Warning System (EWS) for GLOFs by utilizing remote sensing data, network of IoT sensors and advanced data analytics. The system will continuously monitor and identify critical changes in lake
size, water level, temperature, sudden water flow, dam stability and ground movement etc. around glacial lakes. The machine learning algorithms will analyse the information to detect early signs of potential outbursts. This approach will significantly enhance the capability to predict and respond to GLOFs, improving safety, reducing economic losses, and contributing to resilient infrastructure planning in glacial regions. • Expected Solution: A Sensor which can be installed in glacial lake area, or a predictive model that significantly improves the Early Warning System ability for GLOFs, providing critical lead time for evacuation and mitigation efforts.
Organization :
Ministry of Defence Department Defence Research and Devlopment Organisation (DRDO)
Category software
Theme disaster Management
Youtube LinkDataset Link
#mha #sih2024 #drdo #glacier #glacialoutbrust #india #hackathon #problemstatement
- published: 30 Sep 2024
- views: 19
13:50
The Unbelievable Story of Earth’s Most Epic Flood
Head to http://actnow.climeworks.com/besmart and learn more about removing CO₂ from the air.
↓↓↓ More info and sources below ↓↓↓
One day around 15,000 years ...
Head to http://actnow.climeworks.com/besmart and learn more about removing CO₂ from the air.
↓↓↓ More info and sources below ↓↓↓
One day around 15,000 years ago, a wall of ice 2,000 feet tall and 30 miles wide suddenly broke wide open, and it unleashed the largest flood that we know of in the history of Earth. Come and hit the road with me as we search for the geologic fingerprints of the Missoula Ice Age Floods, and learn the story of one of the worst natural disasters that’s ever happened!
High fives to Nick Zentner for educating me on the geology of Eastern Washington. He makes incredible geology videos on YouTUbe:
https://www.youtube.com/user/GeologyNick
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qHaL04gZQwc&list=PL18y1vgsGPLbl3wrSZwUyvkAiUJHZTS5Y
Follow me to @PBS Eons for more Kallie and more prehistoric adventures: https://www.youtube.com/c/eons
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00:00 Introduction
00:54 A geologic mystery
01:53 A very large lake
03:32 A mountain made of ice
05:15 The dam breaks
06:25 Biggest. Waterfall. Ever.
07:57 How the damage was done
10:10 Witnesses to destruction
10:49 A brave new idea
12:00 Stay curious.
https://wn.com/The_Unbelievable_Story_Of_Earth’S_Most_Epic_Flood
Head to http://actnow.climeworks.com/besmart and learn more about removing CO₂ from the air.
↓↓↓ More info and sources below ↓↓↓
One day around 15,000 years ago, a wall of ice 2,000 feet tall and 30 miles wide suddenly broke wide open, and it unleashed the largest flood that we know of in the history of Earth. Come and hit the road with me as we search for the geologic fingerprints of the Missoula Ice Age Floods, and learn the story of one of the worst natural disasters that’s ever happened!
High fives to Nick Zentner for educating me on the geology of Eastern Washington. He makes incredible geology videos on YouTUbe:
https://www.youtube.com/user/GeologyNick
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qHaL04gZQwc&list=PL18y1vgsGPLbl3wrSZwUyvkAiUJHZTS5Y
Follow me to @PBS Eons for more Kallie and more prehistoric adventures: https://www.youtube.com/c/eons
SUBSCRIBE so you don’t miss a video! ►► http://bit.ly/iotbs_sub
We’re on PATREON! Join the community https://www.patreon.com/itsokaytobesmart
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Mehdi Damou
Barbora Bei
Ken Board
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Roy Lasris
dani bowman
David Johnston
Salih Arslan
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Robert Young
Eric Meer
Dustin
Karen Haskell
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00:00 Introduction
00:54 A geologic mystery
01:53 A very large lake
03:32 A mountain made of ice
05:15 The dam breaks
06:25 Biggest. Waterfall. Ever.
07:57 How the damage was done
10:10 Witnesses to destruction
10:49 A brave new idea
12:00 Stay curious.
- published: 11 Oct 2022
- views: 2040375