The flood threat in Nepal continues, with authorities warning of another possible rise in water levels after a lake on the Tibetan side reportedly began overflowing. Nepal Police urged rescue teams, security personnel and local residents in affected areas to move to safer locations and remain alert. Officials in Rasuwa district said the water level in the lake was rising, prompting some residents to move towards higher ground.
The lake is believed to have formed after a glacier-related disaster, when large amounts of rocks, mud, snow and other debris accumulated and blocked the flow of water. As the water level increased, it began overflowing. China has reportedly suspended some relief operations in the area because of the renewed flood risk. Chinese President Xi Jinping also reviewed the situation.
Nepal had earlier been warned about the formation of a new lake near the source of the Bhote Koshi River along the Tibet border. Officials estimate that millions of cubic metres of additional water could flow into the lake, raising concerns that it could overflow or breach and cause another round of flooding. Authorities on both sides of the border are closely monitoring the situation and have advised people in vulnerable areas to remain cautious.
