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A sudden Himalayan glacier collapse triggered deadly floods in northern India\'s Uttarakhand state, sweeping through the Tapovan Vishnugad hydropower project and leaving chaos in its wake. Over 100 workers were feared missing, but 12 laborers were miraculously rescued by local teams on February 7, 2021. Authorities warn the toll could rise as search efforts continue.
The Disaster Strikes
The glacier burst near the Nanda Devi mountain sent torrents of water crashing into the hydropower site, trapping workers in tunnels. Survivors described a \u201cwall of water\u201d engulfing the area—a stark reminder of how climate change is destabilizing fragile ecosystems.
Race Against Time
Rescuers battled debris and freezing temperatures to reach stranded laborers. \u201cEvery minute counts,\u201d said a team member, highlighting the risky conditions. The disaster has reignited debates about infrastructure projects in ecologically sensitive zones. Could this tragedy have been avoided?
