A chunk of ice broke off and began to slide down the gorge, and by 14:00 the situation was fully stabilized. The dimensions of the broken mass are approximately 2 km in length, 25 meters in height, and 150–200 meters in width.
According to preliminary data, there have been no casualties or serious damage reported.
Experts warn that due to prolonged rains and potential new break-offs from the glacier, agriculture in the village of Gulrez may be at risk.
Local authorities, together with rescuers, continue to monitor the situation and are prepared for a quick response to any changes.
The Ismoil Somoni Glacier is considered one of the major glacial systems in the high mountainous part of Tajikistan.
Specialists link the break-off to climate change, which increases the risk of natural disasters in this region. There is information that the reduction of glaciers could lead to serious ecological and economic problems in the future.
