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Glacial Lake Outburst Flood Devastates Nepal and Tibet
Morning News TV3•10:47•Disasters•
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A catastrophic glacial burst has triggered massive flooding across Nepal and Tibet, leaving hundreds dead and thousands missing.
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A glacier at 5,140 meters altitude burst, releasing water and debris.
Mudflows traveled 20km at 50m/s, hitting the Jilong border post in 7 minutes.
Massive flooding devastated the Rasuwa district and hydroelectric plants.
Two new natural lakes formed due to debris blockage, causing temporary suspension of rescue work.
Rescue operations resumed as water levels in the new lakes naturally subsided.
Who & What's Involved
NepalTibetChinaRasuwa DistrictMount Kailash
Topics
Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF)Natural DisastersSearch and RescueClimate ImpactHimalayas
Locations
NepalTibetRasuwaJilong BorderMount Kailash