A landslide-formed lake on the Nepal-China border began overflowing, raising fears of another surge in areas already devastated by a deadly flash flood. Residents in Nepal’s Rasuwa district rushed to higher ground, while Chinese rescue teams temporarily withdrew to safety as authorities monitored the threat.

China dam burst causes panic: Rescue operations halted 

Nepal’s devastating flood crisis could be far from over, with Chinese authorities warning of a potentially dangerous new flood threat near the China-Nepal border.

According to China’s Ministry of Water Resources, a significant barrier lake has formed near the confluence of the Chen Hola and Purapu Sangpo rivers in Nepal. Chinese state broadcaster CCTV reported that the lake contains an estimated 2 million cubic metres of water and is already overflowing.

Authorities warn that another 3 million cubic metres of water could enter the lake over the next three days, raising concerns about a possible breach. The coming 72 hours are therefore being closely monitored as officials assess the risk and prepare emergency response measures.

Chinese authorities say they are conducting flood simulations and analyzing potential breach scenarios. A sudden breach could send a powerful surge downstream, threatening communities already severely affected by the ongoing disaster.

Nepal Flood Crisis: China Warns Of Dangerous Barrier Lake Breach Risk | Critical 72 Hours Ahead

Powerful Typhoon Dolphin is heading toward eastern China after battering Japan's Okinawa region with strong winds and heavy rain.

The storm is expected to make landfall along China's eastern and southern coast between late Sunday and early Monday, with winds reaching up to 216 kmph.

China has raised its emergency response to Level Three and upgraded its typhoon warning from yellow to orange as authorities prepare for the storm.

Flood-control measures have been activated across several provinces, while warnings for landslides and urban waterlogging have also been issued.

China Braces for Typhoon Dolphin Landfall, Emergency Level Iii Activated

Typhoon Dolphin Heads Toward China | Orange Alert Issued | 216 Kmph Winds Threaten Eastern Coast