Why Is Nepal So Vulnerable to Flooding? The devastating floods in Nepal have left over 1,000 dead and 4,000 missing, prompting government officials to point fingers at climate change.
However, a closer examination reveals that the country's precarious position is rooted in its complex topography and human activities. Nepal's geography of risk is exacerbated by global warming.
Towering peaks and deep valleys create an environment where landslides and floods can occur with devastating consequences.