# Nepal floods and landslides trigger rescue and disputes > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/nepal-floods-and-landslides > Updated: 2026-08-28T06:14:51.000Z. Sources: 28. Developments: 3. The death toll from the glacier collapse near the Nepal-China border has risen to at least 472, with more than 1,400 people reported missing. Scientific analysis from the USGS indicates the initial disaster was triggered by a glacier collapse rather than an earthquake. The event released energy comparable to a magnitude 5.2 earthquake, causing debris to obstruct the Lhende Khola and Bhotekoshi rivers. The situation has escalated into a secondary crisis following the breach of a natural dam formed by landslide debris in the Tibet region. This breach released millions of cubic meters of water, prompting urgent evacuation orders for residents along the Bhote Koshi and Trishuli rivers. In response to rising water levels and the risk of further landslides or avalanches, helicopter and ground rescue operations have been temporarily suspended to ensure the safety of personnel. Among the missing are several Italian nationals and 517 foreign tourists, including citizens from India, Australia, the UK, and the US. Rescue efforts have successfully saved 1,545 individuals, but over 100 workers remain trapped in a hydroelectric power plant tunnel in the Rasuwa district. Over 13,000 security personnel have been mobilized for relief efforts. Chinese scientists describe the newly formed lake as being 150 meters long and 40 to 50 meters deep, containing between 1.5 and 2 million cubic meters of water. Officials warn that an additional 3 million cubic meters could flow into the lake, with the highest risk of overflow expected around September 1. Infrastructure damage remains severe, including the destruction of the Gyirong border crossing, 35 vehicular bridges, 45 suspension bridges, and significant portions of the road network. ## Claims - Authorities in Nepal are searching for 910 missing persons, including 517 foreigners. (disputed by 3 sources) - Of the missing persons, at least 579 are identified as Nepalese nationals or foreign tourists. (disputed) - Nepalese police reported finding 469 bodies across eight districts. (corroborated by 6 sources) - An additional 3 million cubic meters of water is expected to reach the natural dam lake within three days. (corroborated by 6 sources) - The floods were caused by a glacier collapse, likely a cirque glacier or part of a larger ice mass. (corroborated by 5 sources) - A total of 1,545 people have been rescued from various regions, including 644 from Rasuwa and 898 from Nuwakot. (corroborated by 4 sources) - Xinhua reported that 558 people remain missing in China's Gyirong county, including 260 foreigners. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The Chitwan district in Nepal recorded the highest death toll with 178 confirmed victims. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Seismic data and satellite imagery confirmed that no earthquake triggered the landslide, contrary to initial reports. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Residents living along the Bhote Koshi and Trishuli rivers have been ordered to evacuate to higher ground due to a natural dam collapse. (corroborated by 3 sources) - CCTV reported that a natural landslide dam poses a high risk of bursting and causing further flooding. (corroborated by 2 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-08-28: Nepal-China border rescue operations suspended after glacier collapse Rescue efforts in northern Nepal have been suspended due to a lake overflow caused by a glacier collapse, which has left 472 dead and over 1,400 people missing near the Chinese border. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nepal-china-border-rescue-operations-suspended-after-glacier-collapse ### 2026-08-28: Himalayan glacier collapse kills hundreds near Nepal-China border A glacier collapse in the Himalayas has killed at least 469 people and left 910 missing near the Nepal-China border. A secondary threat looms as a natural dam breach forces urgent evacuations. 23 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nepal-floods-469-dead-after-glacier-collapse-triggers-massive-landslides ### 2026-08-25: Nepal floods and landslides trigger emergency rescue operations Floods and landslides have caused severe losses in northern Nepal, prompting the activation of rescue operations. Meanwhile, China has convicted an artist for creating satirical statues of Mao Zedong. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nepal-floods-and-landslides-trigger-emergency-rescue-operations --- Cite as: Nepal floods and landslides trigger rescue and disputes. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/nepal-floods-and-landslides