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Fears second catastrophic flood could hit Nepal as disaster kills over 350
NEPAL is at risk of an “imminent” second flood after a devastating deluge ripped through the Tibetan border.
TL;DR
- Nepal is facing the risk of a second flood due to a blockage of water and debris near the Nepal-China border.
- A glacial collapse caused a devastating deluge that killed at least 359 people and left over 1,300 missing.
- Evacuation orders are in place for Jilong port due to fears of the blockage breaking.
- Rescue efforts are hindered by difficult conditions, including uncertain weather and mudslides.
- International organizations and countries, including the UN, India, EU, US, UK, and Canada, are providing assistance.