36 Glacial lakes pose threat in Gilgit Baltistan

baltoro glacier

Perched on the roof of the world, Gilgit-Baltistan stands at the frontline of climate change. Glacial melt, flash floods, landslides, and shifting weather patterns threaten lives, livelihoods, and fragile ecosystems. Yet within these challenges also lies the possibility of resilience – through community strength, adaptation, and sustainable practices. This session explores the climate vulnerabilities of … Read more

Global warming: Massive Baltoro Glacier witnesses rapid melting

Baltoro glacier

Due to Climate Change, the Baltoro Glacier in Karakoram is Melting 25 to 30 lakes have formed on Baltoro Glacier due to melting ice Pakistan is among the few countries in the world that are being severely affected by climate change. Due to increasing temperature and intensifying weather conditions, the glaciers in Pakistan are melting … Read more