Kolka Glacier, Mountain glacier in North Ossetia-Alania, Russia.
The Kolka Glacier extends over 3.13 kilometers on the northern slope of Mount Kazbek, covering an area of 3.74 square kilometers at 3,000 meters elevation.
In September 2002, a massive avalanche from the glacier resulted in the deaths of 125 people and caused severe destruction throughout the Karmadon Valley.
The local Ossetian name for the glacier, Хъолхъа, reflects the deep connection between the natural formation and the regional linguistic heritage.
Researchers and scientists monitor the glacier through satellite imagery to track changes in its mass and movement patterns throughout different seasons.
The glacier exhibits recurring surge behavior, with documented events in 1902 and 1969, marking it as one of the most active glacial formations in the Caucasus region.
GPS coordinates: 42.73972,44.47333
Latest update: May 26, 2025 20:58
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