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Ice and rock collapse feared to trigger Nepal surge

Filed: Aug 28, 2026 at 12:04 AM ET
Summary: Preliminary evidence indicates a large volume of ice and rock may have plunged into the Lhende Khola, a tributary of the Bhote Koshi River. Researchers said the collapse could have displaced water and picked up loose sediment and boulders, creating a powerful surge downstream.
WHO: Researchers
WHAT: Researchers said a large ice-and-rock collapse may have plunged into the Lhende Khola, potentially generating a downstream surge.
WHEN: Aug 27, 2026 at 10:03 PM ET
WHERE: Nepal
WHY: The suspected ice and rock collapse into the Lhende Khola could have displaced water and entrained loose sediment and boulders, producing a surge downstream.
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