Nepal Issues Fresh Flood Warning as Water Level Rises at Flash Flood Site
Kathmandu, August 28, 2026: Nepal authorities on Friday issued a fresh flood warning after water levels rose at the site of a devastating flash flood earlier this week, prompting authorities to urge residents and rescue workers to move to safer locations.
The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority (NDRRMA) warned that the rising water level, mixed with mud, has increased the possibility of another flood in the affected area.
Fresh Risk in Bhote Koshi and Trishuli Areas
The warning comes after a massive flash flood swept through Rasuwa and other parts of central Nepal on Wednesday, causing extensive damage to settlements, roads, bridges and hydropower infrastructure.
In its latest notice, the NDRRMA said the water level had increased at the same location where the flash flood occurred and warned of the possibility of further flooding.
The authority urged people involved in search and rescue operations, as well as those staying in the Bhote Koshi and Trishuli areas, to remain highly alert and move to safer places immediately if they face any risk.
Nepal Police Issues Alert Over Dam on Tibetan Side
Nepal Police also issued an alert after receiving information that a water dam on the Tibetan side had reportedly burst again.
The police urged people in potentially affected areas to remain cautious amid the renewed flood threat.
New Barrier Lake Raises Concern
The latest warning follows an earlier alert from Nepal's Department of Hydrology and Meteorology about a potential flood downstream of the Bhote Koshi River.
A new barrier lake had formed near the Nepal-China border, raising concerns that a sudden release of water could trigger another flood.
According to information shared by Chinese authorities with Nepal, around 2 million cubic metres of water had accumulated in the lake, while another 3 million cubic metres could potentially flow into it over a three-day period.
The lake reportedly formed near the confluence of the Chhochen Khola and Purepu Tsangpo rivers, which originate in Tibet and flow into Nepal as part of the Bhote Koshi river system.
Rescue Operations Under Heightened Alert
Authorities are continuing to monitor the situation and have asked rescue teams and people in vulnerable areas to exercise extreme caution.
The fresh warning has added to concerns in areas already affected by the earlier flash flood, with officials focusing on the safety of residents, rescue personnel and those working to assess and restore damaged infrastructure.
