Record Low Snow Persistence in Hindu Kush Himalaya Region
- Snow persistence in the Hindu Kush Himalaya (HKH) region has dropped by 23.6% below normal, marking the lowest level recorded in the past 23 years.
- This marks the third consecutive year of below-normal snow levels, with snowmelt occurring faster than usual or not falling in expected amounts.
- The reduction in snow cover threatens water supply for nearly two billion people across India, China, Pakistan, Afghanistan, and Southeast Asia, as snowmelt is a crucial water source during the dry season.
- The sharp drop in snow persistence could significantly impact water availability, agriculture, and hydropower generation, especially in major river basins like the Ganges, Brahmaputra, ....
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