Barrier Lake in Nepal Sparks Fears of Second Catastrophe After Devastating Floods
Experts warn a natural dam formed by debris from initial flash floods could breach, unleashing another deadly torrent.
Experts warn a natural dam formed by debris from initial flash floods could breach, unleashing another deadly torrent.
The storm, with winds of 40 mph, is forecast to weaken and dissipate over the Leeward Islands by the weekend.

Warming ocean waters may bring the highly toxic yellow-bellied sea snake closer to the Southern California coast, where it is rarely seen.
A recent study highlighted the heightened risk of glacial lake outburst floods in the Himalayas due to global warming, as a devastating flood impacts Nepal.
A study published just one month prior to recent flash floods in Nepal highlighted the region's vulnerability to global warming and the increasing risk of glacial lake outburst floods.
Sinn Féin councillor reports habitat loss and disturbance to red squirrels and pine martens due to off-road vehicle activity.
Preliminary investigations suggest a disintegrating glacier caused the flash flood that killed at least 177 people, underscoring concerns about melting Himalayan ice.
Torrential waters and mudslides have devastated communities, destroyed infrastructure and left at least 168 dead and over 1,300 missing along the Nepal-China border.
Local officials emphasize the environmental and resource benefits of diverting food scraps from landfills and incinerators, aiming for a 65% recycling target by 2029.