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Climate disasters are growing. So are cuts to programs that prepare for them

Climate-related disasters in the Himalayas have intensified, leading to devastating impacts on communities and economies. Aid cuts have significantly weakened disaster preparedness initiatives, increasing vulnerability to climate-related events. Millions face heightened risks of glacial lake outburst floods and other disasters due to reduced funding. Official development assistance has reportedly dropped, impacting vital climate adaptation programs in South Asia.

23 Sep 2026 10:18 am