Nepal lake formed after flash flood breaks banks, water level rising
Nepal authorities have reported the embankment of a barrier lake along the Nepal-China border has collapsed, causing the water level to rise. The lake, formed from debris following an initial mudslide, was initially warned by China that Nepal could face further flooding if the embankment gave way. As of now, 495 deaths have been confirmed, while thousands remain missing.
All rescue personnel and the public are urged to remain vigilant and seek shelter immediately. The lake, holding approximately 2 million cubic meters of water on Thursday, is expected to swell with an additional 3 million cubic meters in the next three days.
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