Nepal flash flood rescue efforts paused amid fears of further flooding
Summary
Rescue efforts in Nepal have been paused because a new, overflowing lake upstream may cause more flooding after a deadly flash flood near the Nepal-China border. The flood has killed at least 469 people, with over 1,500 still missing between the two countries.Key Facts
- Authorities stopped rescue operations temporarily due to fears of more flooding from a newly formed lake.
- The death toll in Nepal rose to 469, up from 390 the previous day.
- China reported 3 deaths in Tibet from the disaster.
- More than 1,500 people are missing in Nepal and China combined.
- The new lake holds about 70 million cubic feet of water and is expected to increase by 106 million cubic feet soon.
- The lake’s barrier is located near Gyirong Port, a border crossing flooded by mud and water.
- Nepal’s military and disaster authorities have airlifted over 3,200 people from affected areas.
- Rescue teams are trying to reach people trapped in a tunnel near the Nepal-China border, but mud is blocking access.
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