Rasuwa flood cause remains unclear as Nepal, China investigate possible quake-triggered landslide

Authorities in Nepal and China are investigating the cause of a devastating flood that struck the Bhotekoshi River in Nepal's Rasuwa district. The sudden surge of water occurred around 8:40 am on Wednesday, causing widespread damage in the Timure, Rasuwagadhi, and Syafrubesi areas.

Preliminary information suggests that an earthquake, which occurred in the region at approximately 8:37 am, may have triggered a landslide or avalanche. This event could have led to the massive flood. However, officials stress that this needs further verification. "According to preliminary information, an earthquake occurred in the area at 8:37 am, followed by an avalanche, which may have caused the flood. However, this needs further verification," said Foreign Minister Shishir Khanal.

Rescue operations are underway, but officials remain uncertain about the flood's exact source and the full extent of its impact. Communication difficulties in the suspected source area have complicated information gathering efforts. China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs also confirmed that Chinese authorities have been unable to establish the precise origin and cause of the flood.

Satellite technology is being employed to identify the flood's potential source. While officials currently believe a large landslide or avalanche may have blocked the river, creating a temporary dam that subsequently burst, experts have yet to officially confirm this theory. Authorities caution that the exact cause cannot be confirmed until further investigation is completed.

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According to preliminary information, an earthquake occurred in the area at 8:37 am, followed by an avalanche, which may have caused the flood. However, this needs further verification.