Watch: Why rescuers fear new barrier lake could cause another Nepal-Tibet flood
Summary
A new lake formed after a landslide near the Nepal-Tibet border may overflow and cause another flood. China has warned that this poses a "high risk" just days after a deadly flash flood hit the same area.Key Facts
- A recent landslide near the Nepal-Tibet border created a new barrier lake.
- China has issued a warning about the high risk of this lake breaching its banks.
- The warning comes after a deadly flash flood occurred in the same region on Wednesday.
- Scientists say the earlier flood was caused by a mountain glacier collapsing into a river.
- Rescuers are concerned that another flood downstream could happen if the lake overflows.
- The affected area is along the border between Nepal and Tibet (a region in China).
- The situation is being closely monitored by officials and experts to prevent more damage.
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