Nature’s fury: The deadly landslides saga in Uttarakhand Himalaya

Key Points

• Landslides have significantly increased in frequency and intensity, particularly impacting Uttarakhand's landscapes.
• Analysis shows that severe rainfall events correlate with a 30% rise in landslides over the past decade.
• Geological hazards linked to soil erosion and topography have been studied through observational data.
• Implications call for urgent climate change adaptations and improved land management to prevent future disasters.