J&K authorities are intensifying monitoring efforts in the Himalayas to mitigate the risks of glacial lake outburst floods which pose a substantial threat to residential areas and infrastructure, including power projects. Fourteen high-risk glacial lakes have been identified, with proactive measures being employed to prevent potential overflow and consequent devastation.
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