A field visit to Tajikistan from August 19 to 30, 2024, focused on advancing the understanding of glacier lake outburst floods (GLOFs) at the Baralmos Glacier.

A recent study presented at the EGU24 explores cost-effective strategies for managing glacial lake outburst flood (GLOF) risks in Central Asia, offering valuable insights into disaster risk management for the region.

Highlighting GLOFCA’s critical efforts in addressing Glacier Lake Outburst Floods (GLOFs) and developing early warning systems in Central Asia during GLOFCA team member’s interview on Uzbekistan’s “Dunyo bo`ylab.”

Date: 23-24 October 2024 Location: Almaty, Kazakhstan Organizers: UNESCO Office in Almaty, University of Zurich (UZH), and Sensalpin, Switzerland In response to the growing risk of Glacier Lake Outburst Floods (GLOFs) due to glacier melting and lake formation across Central Asia, a crucial workshop titled “Glacier Lake Outburst Flood Early Warning Systems: Technical Design, Instrumentation, […]

Date: 19-30 August 2024Location: Dushanbe, Jirgatol, and Kyzylsu Lake, Tajikistan As part of our ongoing efforts to mitigate the risks associated with Glacier Lake Outburst Floods (GLOFs) in Central Asia, we are excited to announce an upcoming research mission in Tajikistan. Led by the University of Zurich (UZH) scientist Dr. Evan Miles, this mission will […]

As part of the 3rd High-Level International Conference on the International Decade for Action “Water for Sustainable Development” 2018-2028, a key side event organized by the GLOFCA project took place in Dushanbe, Tajikistan, on 12 June 2024. The event brought together experts, government representatives, and stakeholders to address the increasing risk of glacier lake outburst […]

The International Glaciers Forum, held on June 10, 2024, in Dushanbe, Tajikistan, marked a significant milestone in advancing the global effort to preserve glaciers amid a changing climate. This pivotal event was part of the 3rd High-Level International Conference on the International Decade for Action “Water for Sustainable Development” 2018-2028. The Forum, co-organized by UNESCO, […]

Almaty, Kazakhstan – The third Regional Exchange Workshop of the GLOFCA (Glacier Lake Outburst Floods in a Changing Climate) project, organized by UNESCO Almaty, marked a significant milestone in Central Asia’s efforts to combat the threats posed by glacier lake outburst floods (GLOFs). Held on March 6-7, 2024, in Almaty, Kazakhstan, this event brought together […]

Women-Led Expedition Empowers and Educates in Central Asia’s High Mountains In the recent ‘Adventure of Science: Women and Glaciers in Central Asia’ expedition, the focus on climate change adaptation empowered a new generation of young explorers, scientists, and leaders. Hands-On Learning Young participants explored the Kyrgyz Ala Archa National Park, learning about natural hazards like […]

Local Support and Technical Challenges Discussed in Key Stakeholder Meeting In a recent meeting, members of the GLOFCA team, partners, and stakeholders gathered to discuss the development of an Early Warning System (EWS) for Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOFs) in Kyrgyzstan’s Ala-Archa National Park. EWS Progress Shared Laura Niggli and Holger Frey from UZH presented […]

In a recent expedition to the Pamir region, a team of researchers and agencies explored the beauty and hazards of the area, shedding light on crucial findings that have far-reaching implications. Collaborative Research Efforts Collaborative efforts involving the Aga Khan Agency of Habitat (AKAH), Tajik Hydromet, local research institutes, governmental agencies responsible for GLOFs, and […]

Knowledge management is essential for effective disaster response, and GLOFCA is at the forefront. The World Water Development Report 2023 sheds light on innovative trends in monitoring and data accessibility, aligning with our mission to enhance early warning systems for glacial lake outburst floods in Central Asia. Google’s Flood Forecasting Initiative Google’s initiative, launched in […]