Nepal drains 'dangerous' glacial lake near Mount Everest
A part of the Imja glacial lake near Mount Everest has been drained by authorities in Nepal, to  avert the risk of a possible flood. At nearly 5,000 metres, the lake was in danger of flooding settlements, trekking trails and bridges. The lake, originally 149 metres deep, has been lowered by 3.4 metres after months of work, stated the officials.