Scientists state a glacier collapse likely triggered a devastating flash flood in Nepal. New Scientist issued study results identifying the glacier collapse as the most likely cause of the tragedy. In another region, a glacier in Greenland shed another section of ice. Furthermore, new data shows Utah mountain ranges may store a billion tons of concealed ice.
In France, ice cream vendors in Colmar, Ales, and Orange assessed summer sales after extreme summer temperatures. Outlets including dna.fr, Midi Libre, and Le Dauphiné Libéré covered shop owners are looking back at the summer season and buying activity during episodes of soaring heat.