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Thousands at risk after multi-million dollar Everest flood warning system left to rust

The flood warning system at Imja glacial lake has not been maintained since 2016, fearful locals tell BBC.

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Thousands at risk after multi-million dollar Everest flood warning system left to rustThe flood warning system at Imja glacial lake has not been maintained since 2016, fearful locals tell BBC.
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