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Himalayan Disaster: Over 3,000 Missing After Glacial Lake Outburst
TNN•6:31•Disasters•
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Massive flooding and landslides triggered by a glacial collapse on the Nepal-China border leave thousands missing and hundreds dead.
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A glacial collapse occurred on a Wednesday, triggering massive mudslides and flooding across the Himalayas.
Rescue operations began immediately but faced severe weather obstacles.
By Friday, operations were suspended several times due to fears of repeat flooding.
On Saturday evening, a risky lake was drained, but a new landslide created a new natural dam that same night.
On Sunday, the Nepal Army airlifted heavy machinery to remote hydroelectric sites to reach trapped workers.
Who & What's Involved
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Topics
Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF)HimalayasSearch and RescueNepal-China BorderHydroelectric Power Plants
Locations
HimalayasNepalTibetChinaTrishuli River