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The 2002 rock/ice avalanche at Kolka/Karmadon, Russian
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There are geothermal springs and mineral water outlets in the gorge and it serves as a place of rest for the residents of
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mountain system flows in the gorge. In the upper reaches of the gorge there are two glaciers:
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passes through the
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