Lake formed from debris poses new threat in Nepal, with death toll from floods over 530

Rescue teams in Nepal are searching through mud and debris after a catastrophic flash flood near the Nepal-China border. Hundreds of people are still missing, while the death toll has continued to rise. Authorities are also warning that more flooding could happen.

Nepalese and Chinese officials warned that a newly formed lake upstream is overflowing and could cause another flood. People living in areas at risk have been told to move to safer places.

According to Nepal's disaster management authority, 538 people have died, 977 are missing, and 3,742 people have been rescued. Rescue teams are working in difficult conditions to find people who may still be trapped.

The Nepalese army sent a team to a hydropower project after receiving reports that people were trapped inside a tunnel. However, thick mud has covered the tunnel's entrances and exits, making the rescue operation extremely difficult.

The Red Cross said at least 93,000 people have been affected and need help. Some rescue operations were temporarily stopped because additional flooding blocked trucks carrying relief supplies. Nepal's government said it currently has enough resources to manage the rescue efforts but welcomed offers of help from other countries.

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Source: https://www.cbc.ca/news/world/nepal-flood-rescue-china-9.7323763

Comprehension

Where did the flash flood happen?
How many people have died according to the latest report?
Why are authorities warning about another flood?
Why is it difficult to rescue people from the hydropower tunnel?
How many people does the Red Cross estimate have been affected?

Discussion

What should people do when authorities warn about possible flooding?
Why are rescue operations especially difficult after a major flood?
How can countries prepare better for natural disasters?
What should governments prioritize immediately after a disaster?
How can other countries help when a natural disaster happens?
Should people living near rivers and mountains receive special disaster training?
What can communities do to help people affected by floods?
Have you ever experienced a natural disaster? What happened?

Vocabulary

Debris – broken pieces of buildings, trees, or other materials left after a disaster.
Flash flood – a sudden and powerful flood caused by heavy rain or rising water.
Catastrophic – causing very serious damage or loss.
Overflow – when water rises and spreads beyond the normal area.
Stranded – unable to leave a place because of a difficult situation.
Trapped – unable to escape from a place.
Relief supplies – food, water, medicine, and other things given to people after a disaster.