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Nepal Glacial Lake Outburst Flood Leaves Hundreds Dead and Thousands Missing
Morning News TV3•11:27•Disasters•
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A catastrophic glacial collapse in the Himalayas has triggered massive floods and mudslides, devastating border regions between China and Nepal.
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A glacier at 5,140 meters altitude collapsed, sending a torrent of mud and ice downstream.
The flood hit the Jilong border crossing within 7 minutes of the collapse.
Massive flooding destroyed communities in the Rasuwa district.
Two natural lakes formed due to debris blocking waterways, causing temporary suspension of rescue operations.
Rescue teams began recovering bodies and searching for 2,400 missing persons.
Who & What's Involved
Chinese Media GroupNepal ArmyJilong Border CrossingRasuwa DistrictMount Kailash
Topics
Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF)HimalayasSearch and RescueNatural DisasterNepal-China Border
Locations
NepalTibetChinaRasuwaJilong Border CrossingMount Kailash