Following devastating floods along the Nepal-China border, authorities reported a newly formed upstream lake by August 28, 2026, that posed a threat of additional flooding, prompting emergency teams to remain on high alert during ongoing rescue operations.
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Why a newly formed lake is sparking fears of more flooding along the Nepal-China border AP News
Rescue operations are continuing after the devastating Nepal-China floods, but authorities have ordered emergency teams to stay on high alert as a newly formed upstream lake threatens to burst and trigger fresh flooding. Satellite imagery suggests the lake formed in the same area where a glacier collapse on Wednesday unleashed the deadly chain of events. FRANCE 24's Navodita Kumari has the latest