Nepal investigates causes of flood: avalanche, lake or earthquake

Authorities and scientists in Nepal are investigating the uncertain causes of a sudden flood that struck the Rasuwa district near the border with Tibet on Wednesday, August 26. Initial evaluations are focusing the investigation on three potential triggers for the disaster.

While the exact origin of the flash flood remains undetermined, ongoing scientific and official assessments are working to establish whether the event was caused by an avalanche, a glacial lake phenomenon, or seismic activity.