Himalayan snow cover drops sharply, hits 20-year low; plains may feel the impact
- Posted on April 25, 2026
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Himalayan snow cover drops sharply, hits 20-year low; plains may feel the impact
Snow cover in the Hindu Kush Himalaya has reached its lowest point in over two decades. This marks the fourth consecutive year of weak snow levels. Reduced snow storage means less water for rivers, affecting nearly two billion people. Major river basins like the Indus and Mekong are experiencing significant declines.
