A body of water formed in Tibet following the collapse of a mud and sand wall at the Gjirongo border post on Wednesday, an incident that reportedly resulted in numerous casualties. State media outlets have issued warnings regarding the escalating risk associated with the newly formed lake. According to the state broadcaster CCTV, the water level is projected to rise over the subsequent three days, with the peak level anticipated around September 1.
Heightening concerns, the state news agency Xinhua reported on Thursday evening that an estimated volume of water, approximately 3 million cubic meters, may enter the lake over the next three days due to persistent rainfall. This influx of water significantly elevates the risk of the lake breaching its containment. Experts warn that a potential burst could release flood water into the river system, threatening infrastructure and communities located downstream.
Specific areas at risk include the Gjirongo port and other sections situated below the riverbank. The combination of the initial landslide and the ongoing hydrological pressures has led to heightened alerts regarding the stability of the area. Authorities are closely monitoring the situation, emphasizing that the combination of rising water levels and potential structural failure presents a dangerous scenario for the region near the Chinese-Nepal border.
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