Nepal, China warn of fresh flood risks with lakes threatening to burst
Chinese authorities say 3 million cubic metres of water could enter the lake over three days, raising breach fears and prompting evacuations.
- On Thursday, Chinese authorities warned of a potential breach at a newly formed barrier lake near the Nepal-China border, threatening downstream areas of the Bhote Koshi River.
- The lake, located near the confluence of the Chhochen Khola and Purepu Tsangpo rivers, currently holds about 2 million cubic metres of water and is already overflowing.
- Global Times reported that an additional 3 million cubic metres of water could enter the lake within three days, significantly increasing breach risk.
- Nepal's Department of Hydrology and Meteorology issued urgent warnings for residents along the Bhote Koshi and Trishuli rivers, advising people to remain in safe locations.
- Rastriya Swatantra Party president Rabi Lamichhane urged diplomatic consultations with China during a Thursday meeting, as leaders recommended establishing a robust cross-border disaster management system.
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