Scientists find clues in satellite imagery to the cause of catastrophic floods in Nepal and Tibet - AP News

Scientists find clues in satellite imagery to the cause of catastrophic floods in Nepal and Tibet  AP News

How a glacier collapse triggered a deadly landslide and flooding along the Nepal-China border - Reuters

How a glacier collapse triggered a deadly landslide and flooding along the Nepal-China border  Reuters

The Papers: 'Town gripped by fear' and 'Nepal death toll climbs'

Several papers focus on the violence unfolding in Middlesbrough, described by the Mirror as a town "under seige".

Nepal Rescuers Race to Save People Trapped in Hydropower Tunnel

A Nepalese rescue team is racing to locate 100 people still trapped in a hydropower tunnel after earlier extracting 350 laborers and locals, according to the Prime Minister’s Office, after a deadly torrent engulfed parts of the Himalayan nation.

By Michael Heath

What Our Reporter Saw After the Floods in Nepal

Our correspondent Anupreeta Das witnessed the rescue operation following the catastrophic flooding in Nepal and Tibet, in which a torrent of debris and water carried away entire villages in just minutes.

By Anupreeta Das, Atul Loke, Leila Medina, Rebecca Suner and Joey Sendaydiego

Deadly flood a brutal reminder of growing Himalayan hazards

Torrent that tore through settlements near Nepal’s border with China comes as scientists warn climate change is increasing risks

Floods in Nepal and Tibet: 'The disaster began with a landslide that swept a glacier along with it'

While the exact volume of rock and ice that broke away in the Himalayas has yet to be measured, this catastrophe is already of exceptional magnitude, explains glaciologist Adrien Gilbert in an interview with Le Monde.

Australia news live: number of Australians missing in Nepal increases to 39; voluntary assisted dying now legal nation-wide

Foreign affairs minister Penny Wong confirms increase to number of Australians missing Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Voluntary assisted dying laws have been passed in the Northern Territory jurisdiction following debate over a gag clause barring doctors from raising end-of-life options with patients, Australian Associated Press reports. The rights of the terminally ill bill passed on a conscience vote in the Northern Territory parliament late last night, with t...

By Martin Farrer

The role of climate change in the Nepal floods

The deadly flash floods in Nepal are not a surprise to many scientists. Glacial melt is accelerating because of climate change, putting millions of people at risk.

By Julia Simon

Devastating before-and-after photos show extent of catastrophe in Nepal - CNN

Devastating before-and-after photos show extent of catastrophe in Nepal  CNN

Nepal’s devastating flash flood in maps, charts and video - The Times

Nepal’s devastating flash flood in maps, charts and video  The Times

How a glacial collapse caused Nepal’s catastrophic floods

Scientists believe a glacier and rock collapse near the Nepal-China border triggered a massive flood.

10 Toronto residents on a trek in Nepal unaccounted for after deadly flash floods: non-profit group

Ten Toronto residents on a trek in Nepal are unaccounted for after deadly flash flooding in the country this week, according to a representative of the group that organized the trip.

Religious pilgrims from Canada at building swept away in Tibet-Nepal border floods

Group travelling with Isha Foundation was in border control building a time of disaster, but it is unclear whether they are among the 30 total missing Canadian nationals

By Ha Tu Thanh

Convoy of Hope Responds to Devastating Flash Floods Along Nepal-China Border - Morningstar

Convoy of Hope Responds to Devastating Flash Floods Along Nepal-China Border  Morningstar

Through the Lens: Deadly flood Hits Nepal and Tibet in Himalayan valley

‘I’m just praying’: Number of missing Australians rises as devastated families at home await news

Families across the country are reeling in the aftermath of the devastating flash flooding in Nepal and Tibet, as the number of Australians reported missing rises.

By Matthew Knott

At least 90 Americans reported missing after devastating flooding hit Nepal and Tibet

A large number of the missing individuals were participating in a pilgrimage to Tibet’s Mount Kailash

By R.j. Rico

At least 360 people are dead and 1,400 missing after catastrophic floods sweep communities on the Nepal-China border

Water levels on one river surged as much as 27 feet in just 30 minutes, leaving communities with little to no time to flee.

By Shristi Kafle, NIRANJAN SHRESTHA, The Associated Press

Glacier sheared off, plunged 1.2km before ‘liquid concrete’ flood swamped Nepal

Satellite images analysed by Isro’s national remote sensing centre showed that almost two-thirds of the glacier body had detached. A Sentinel-2 image from Aug 24 showed the glacier intact, while a Landsat-9 image taken after the disaster on Aug 26 revealed a large scar identified as the “zone of glacier breakage and collapse”. The images also traced a broad ice-rock avalanche path descending towards the river.

By VISHANT AGARWALA

Nepal floods LIVE: China issues fresh flood warning; 290 Indians among 1,400 missing

Nepal floods LIVE: Rescue teams are searching through mud, debris and damaged buildings, but destroyed roads and bridges are making access difficult. Authorities have also warned of further risks from newly formed and expanding glacial lakes.

Australia dispatches aid to Nepal as 39 citizens missing - The Straits Times

Australia dispatches aid to Nepal as 39 citizens missing  The Straits Times

Glacier collapse behind Nepal flood highlights region’s climate risk

Similar events are becoming more frequent as global warming accelerates the ongoing thaw in the Himalayas.

Nepal flood death toll rises to 389 with 1,200 still missing

A flash flood in a Nepalese valley near the Chinese border unleashed waves of devastation that inundated villages and swept away buildings, killing at least 389 and leaving more than 1,200 still missing, including hundreds of foreign tourists. Visitors from countries including India, Malaysia, Australia, the UK and US are unaccounted for more than 24 hours after the disaster, which washed away roads and bridges in Nepal’s mountainous Rasuwa district and prompted widespread evacuation alerts. Ima

By The Korea Herald

"Flash Floods A Warning To Collaborate": Expert To NDTV On Indo-Nepal Ties

Strategic analyst Major General Binoj Basniyat said, "It appears that the floods are also a warning to collaborate -- through nature, ecology and institutions"

IsraAID deploys emergency team to Nepal after deadly floods, landslides

An IsraAID emergency team is heading to Nepal as the country responds to catastrophic flooding and landslides that have killed hundreds and left nearly 1,000 people missing.

Nepal’s deadly glacier collapse exposes climate risks across the Himalayas

A massive glacier collapse that triggered deadly flooding on the Nepal-Tibet border has exposed the growing dangers facing the rapidly warming Himalayas, where scientists say retreating ice and thawing ground are making mountain landscapes increasingly unstable.

By RFI

Nepal-Tibet floods: Authorities warn lakes could breach as search for survivors continues

What’s behind the Nepal flash flood? - The Observer

What’s behind the Nepal flash flood?  The Observer

Prime Minister meets with Nepalese community as scale of disaster is revealed

Prime Minister says consular staff have been sent to Nepal from New Delhi

By Katie Bradford

In Depth: Deadly Nepal-China Border Disaster Traced to Massive Ice Collapse - Caixin Global

In Depth: Deadly Nepal-China Border Disaster Traced to Massive Ice Collapse  Caixin Global

UAE steps up humanitarian aid for flood-hit Nepal with $10m package

UAE allocates $10 million for urgent relief for flood, landslide victims in Nepal

Taiwan prepares national search-and-rescue team after Nepal-Tibet flood

UAE President offers condolences to Nepal counterpart over flood, landslide victims

UAE President, VPs offer condolences to Nepal President over flood, landslide victims

Ahmad Zahid extends condolences to families of Nepal flood victims

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 28 — Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has expressed concern over the safet...

Newly Formed Lake Threatens 2nd Flood At Nepal-Tibet Disaster Zone

Newly Formed Lake Threatens 2nd Flood At Nepal-Tibet Disaster Zone A rapidly expanding dammed lake above a Nepal-Tibet flood zone poses a severe new threat to Gyirong Port, where hundreds of people remain unaccounted for following an initial catastrophic surge. Formed by mudslides near the junction of two rivers, the blockage sits about 11 miles upstream of Rasuwagadhi and has created a 27-acre lake, according to Nepal's National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authori...

By Tyler Durden

Death toll nears 400, rescuers search for 1,400 missing after Nepal-Tibet floods - The Daily Star

Death toll nears 400, rescuers search for 1,400 missing after Nepal-Tibet floods  The Daily Star

Death toll rises, rescuers search for 1,400 missing after Nepal-Tibet floods - International - World - Ahram Online

Death toll rises, rescuers search for 1,400 missing after Nepal-Tibet floods - International - World  Ahram Online

Nepal floods: ‘I don’t know what to tell our seven-year-old daughter’, husband of S’pore woman missing in catastrophe - The Star

Nepal floods: ‘I don’t know what to tell our seven-year-old daughter’, husband of S’pore woman missing in catastrophe  The Star

Three Belgians among 517 missing foreign tourists in deadly Nepal floods - The Brussels Times

Three Belgians among 517 missing foreign tourists in deadly Nepal floods  The Brussels Times

Search for 1,000 missing after deadly Nepal-Tibet floods - Jordan Times

Search for 1,000 missing after deadly Nepal-Tibet floods  Jordan Times

Nepal flood death toll reaches 289 as hundreds remain out of contact - The Kathmandu Post

Nepal flood death toll reaches 289 as hundreds remain out of contact  The Kathmandu Post

Nigeria commiserates with Nepal over landslides, flash floods

The Federal Government has commiserated with the Government and people of Nepal following devastating landslides and flash floods along the Nepal-Tibet border, which resulted in loss of lives, destruction and displacement of communities. The post Nigeria commiserates with Nepal over landslides, flash floods appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Henry Oduah

Oman expresses its solidarity with the government and people of Nepal in wake of floods

Muscat: The Sultanate of Oman expressed its solidarity with the government and people of Nepal in the wake of the floods and torrents that have swept...

By Times of Oman