Thousands at risk after multi-million dollar Everest flood warning system left to rust
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A multi-million dollar flood warning system installed at the Imja glacial lake near Mount Everest has been left to rust since 2016 without maintenance, putting thousands of people downstream at risk. Local residents warn that a glacial lake outburst flood could be catastrophic for the region.
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The flood warning system at Imja glacial lake has not been maintained since 2016, fearful locals tell BBC.