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"Glacier-related risks are becoming a global concern, according to Celeste
Saulo, Secretary-General of the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO).
Speaking at the Glacier Preservation Conference in Dushanbe, Tajikistan, Saulo
emphasised that all countries, regardless of development level, face threats
linked to glacial change.
A recent disaster in the Swiss village of Blatten illustrated the dangers. A
glacier-triggered mudslide devastated the area, destroying nearly all
livelihoods.
One person remains missing, but early warning systems were credited with
reducing the overall impact.
In response to accelerating climate change, the WMO is urging increased
investment in glacier monitoring and forecasting.
Saulo highlighted the need for greater awareness and support for
hydrometeorological centres worldwide.
“With better monitoring, we can expect to have better forecasts, with those we
can expect to have better early warning systems in the end to protect
societies, protect people and to protect livelihoods,” she said."
Cheers,
*** Xanni ***
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mailto:xanni@xanadu.net Andrew Pam
http://xanadu.com.au/ Chief Scientist, Xanadu
https://glasswings.com.au/ Partner, Glass Wings
https://sericyb.com.au/ Manager, Serious Cybernetics
