What is GLOF? Glacial lakes are large bodies of water that sit in front of, on top of, or beneath a melting glacier. A Glacial Lake Outburst Flood, or GLOF, is a sudden release of water from a lake fed …
What is GLOF? Glacial lakes are large bodies of water that sit in front of, on top of, or beneath a melting glacier. A Glacial Lake Outburst Flood, or GLOF, is a sudden release of water from a lake fed …
About Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOFs) are sudden and catastrophic releases of water from glacial lakes or ice dams. These events can unleash a torrent of water, debris, and mud, causing widespread destruction and loss of life. Factors The following …