- The trans-Himalayan region of Nepal borders the Tibetan plateau.
- A sudden surge from upstream causes flooding in the high mountain region shared by Tibet and Nepal.
- Flash floods impacted Rasuwa District, Nepal, caused by a surge from Tibet, leading to emergency government meetings.
- A glacial lake outburst flood originated from the Tibet border, leading to an appeal for assistance in Nepal.
A shared Himalayan border region involving Nepal and Tibet is currently affected by a disaster, leading to advisories for international travelers.
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Updated Aug 29
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A shared Himalayan border region involving Nepal and Tibet is currently affected by a disaster, leading to advisories for international travelers.
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What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- A disaster has struck near the Tibetan border, involving the region of Nepal, with a Greek national currently residing in the country.Sub-event
- President offered condolences for the disaster affecting the border between Nepal and Tibet, which is currently experiencing floods.Sub-event
- A border disaster affects Nepalese communities near Tibet, leading to calls for dialogue between Nepal and China.Sub-event
- Flooding complicates the journey toward the border between Tibet and Nepal.Sub-event
- Italian nationals were involved in floods reported in Nepal and Tibet.Sub-event
Shared Himalayan border region affected by disaster.1 source
USGS assesses shared risk of flash floods and landslides along the Nepal-Tibet border.1 source
Dalai Lama condoles loss of life and damage following the disaster in Nepal and Tibet.1 source
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