Scientists now have a much better understanding of what caused the deadly flooding in Nepal in August, but forecasting the next event will still likely be challenging. They’ve determined that the immense speed and friction from a massive high-altitude glacier collapse melted the ice as it raced down the mountainside. Meteorologist Kristi Gordon explains why these disasters are so difficult to predict and how climate change is increasing the risk of similar events in mountainous regions around the world. For more info, please go to https://globalnews.ca Subscribe to Global News Channel HERE: http://bit.ly/20fcXDc Follow Global News on X HERE: http://bit.ly/1Toz8mt Follow Global News on TikTok HERE: https://www.tiktok.com/@globalnews.ca?lang=en #nepalfloods #nepalflood #climatescience #GlobalNews