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Peru faces the risk of glacial lake floods
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Peru faces the risk of glacial lake floods

In 1941, thousands of people died in Huaraz (Peru) when the natural dam on the lake above the city broke. Now, melting glaciers are increasing the risk of that happening…

March 30, 2024