1,300 Swiss villagers face danger as thawing glaciers loosen a massive Alpine rock

Kandersteg village in Switzerland faces a significant landslide threat from an unstable mountain. Scientists link this danger to thawing permafrost and changing glacier dynamics caused by climate change. While the threat is not immediate, authorities have prepared evacuation plans and monitoring systems. Residents are aware of the risks but remain calm, trusting the implemented safety measures. This situation highlights the increasing natural risks faced by mountain communities globally.

By TOI World Desk