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Nepal issues flood warning after Tibet dam breach

From Morgunblaðið · () Icelandic

Translated from Icelandic and summarized by DistantNews. Read the original for the full story.

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  • Nepal issued a flood warning after a dam reportedly breached in Tibet, following deadly floods two days prior.
  • Rescuers are attempting to reach 100 people trapped in power plant tunnels, with two helicopters deployed.
  • So far, 472 people have been found dead and over 1,400 are missing after the initial floods devastated parts of Nepal and Tibet.

Authorities in Nepal issued an urgent warning to residents this morning following reports of a dam breach in Tibet. This alert comes just two days after devastating floods already ravaged the region, causing widespread destruction and loss of life.

Emergency responders and the public involved in rescue and relief efforts have been instructed to remain vigilant and immediately move to a safe location. The situation remains critical as soldiers in Nepal are working to reach approximately 100 individuals trapped inside tunnels belonging to a power plant. Two helicopters have been deployed to aid in this complex rescue operation.

So far, the initial floods have claimed the lives of 472 people, with homes destroyed, bridges damaged, and vehicles swept away in both Nepal and Tibet. The scale of the disaster is immense, with over 1,400 people still missing, including trekkers in the Himalayan mountains. The rescue efforts are ongoing amidst the threat of further flooding.

Responders and the public who have participated in rescue and relief efforts need to be vigilant and immediately move to a safe place.

— Official StatementIssued by Nepalese authorities following the dam breach report.
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Originally published by Morgunblaðið in Icelandic. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.

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