What is a cloudburst and why are they so dangerous?
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Deadly flash floods and landslides in Pakistan’s northwest have claimed over 300 lives after days of relentless monsoon rains. Homes, roads, and bridges were swept away in a matter of hours, with officials blaming a rare weather event known as a cloudburst.
Breakdown
- Flash floods and landslides in Pakistan's north-west have killed over 300 people after intense monsoon rains.
- The destruction was triggered by a rare weather event called a cloudburst, which is a sudden, intense downpour. 16s
- Cloudbursts cause flash floods and landslides, especially in areas affected by deforestation. 1m 1s
- Experts link the increasing frequency of heavy rainfall to global warming, which allows more water vapour in the atmosphere. 1m 18s
- Predicting cloudbursts is challenging, highlighting the need for better planning and risk reduction strategies. 1m 53s