GLOFs pose a significant threat to communities in the Himalayan region, particularly those living near glacial lakes in Nepal, Tibet, and northern India. These floods can occur with little warning, causing widespread destruction to lives, infrastructure, and livelihoods. The August 2026 floods in Nepal, attributed to climate change, have underscored the urgency of addressing these risks. The Hindu Kush Himalayan region has been losing glacier mass at an accelerated rate, with projections indicating up to 80% volume loss by 2100 under high-emission scenarios. This increases the likelihood of GLOFs, which can have devastating downstream impacts, including in Indian states like Sikkim, as seen during the South Lhonak GLOF in October 2023.