New barrier lake in Nepal raises fresh flood threat, China warns
Summary
A new barrier lake in Nepal is overflowing and could breach in the coming days, raising fresh flood fears along the Bhotekoshi and Trishuli river system. Chinese authorities are monitoring the lake as rescue efforts continue after a deadly flood in Rasuwa district.
Key Points
- Chinese authorities say the new barrier lake in Nepal already has about 2 million cubic metres of water and could receive another 3 million cubic metres in the next three days.
- The lake formed near the confluence of the Chhochen Khola and Purepu Tsangpo rivers, which become the Bhotekoshi after entering Nepal.
- A sudden flood along the Nepal-China border killed people, damaged roads, bridges and buildings, and left hundreds missing.
- Nepalese rescue teams are searching for the missing while authorities restrict movement and evacuate vulnerable residents.
