Satellite Images Reveal Possible Cause Behind Devastating Nepal Flash Floods
The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority of Nepal, in a post, detailed the analysis by Planet Labs showing an ice-rock landslide about 20 kilometres northeast of the Rasuwagadhi Nepal-China border crossing triggered a debris-laden flood in Lhende Khola.
On Wednesday, an earthquake in the Himalayan region triggered an avalanche that unleashed flash floods into valleys near the Nepal-Tibet border, resulting in widespread destruction. The Bhote Koshi River area in Rasuwa district bore the brunt of the sudden surge of water and debris, overtaking settlements and damaging roads, bridges, and hydropower facilities.
At least 16 lives were confirmed lost, with hundreds more unaccounted for, including 105 Indian nationals. The disaster also triggered a mudslide in Gyirong County, Tibet, according to Chinese state news agency Xinhua. Footage shows the scale of damage at Gyirong Port. Indian nationals affected by the flash floods in Nepal can contact the emergency helpline numbers +977 985 131 6807 and +977 970 910 7500 (accessible via WhatsApp) for assistance and information.
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