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Nepali woman found alive days after family began mourning rites

Rescuers found Chandika Kumari Shrestha alive after ten days in Nepal's devastating floods. She survived in a narrow pocket of air inside her collapsed four-storey home. Hundreds remain missing and unaccounted for following the catastrophic glacial collapse. Rescue efforts continue to find survivors trapped under debris and in tunnels. Many…

The Economic Times · Sep 6

In Oregon, beaver dams along Fanno and Bronson creeks stored hundreds to over 1,200 cubic meters more water during storms, slowing how quickly runoff moved downstream

Beaver dams significantly slow floodwater flow in urban creeks, according to a new study. These natural structures store substantial amounts of water during moderate and large storms. While not eliminating floods, dams provide valuable time for managing water surges. The research highlights that beaver dams are most effective in smaller…

The Economic Times · Sep 6

Nepal flood survivor's family in China relieved after days of anxious waiting

Lu Haitao’s family can finally breathe a sigh of relief after the Chinese man's rescue from a tunnel that protected him from the Nepal flooding

The Independent UK · Sep 6

Five Great Reads: After the flood, leaving Maga, and sex doll ethics

Guardian Australia’s weekend wrap of essential reads from the past seven days, selected by Miles Herbert

The Guardian - AU · Sep 4

Nepal death toll rises to 1,295; two workers rescued alive from tunnel

Nepal's flash flood death toll has risen to 1,295 as rescue operations continue. Two men were rescued alive from a tunnel after being trapped for nine days. India has sent relief materials to aid Nepal's ongoing rescue and relief efforts. Australian specialists have arrived to assist in the search for…

The Economic Times · Sep 4

Flooding near IGI airport after heavy rain reveals coordination gaps ahead of BRICS summit

Heavy rain caused significant waterlogging near Delhi's IGI Airport on Friday afternoon. The Dwarka underpass experienced flooding, requiring temporary pumps to clear the accumulated water. Other underpasses and roads near the airport also faced waterlogging issues. This incident raises concerns about inter-agency coordination ahead of the BRICS Summit. Delhi's Lieutenant…

The Economic Times · Sep 4

Nepal floods could cost insurers over $130 mln even before death, injury claims

Nepal's recent flood may cause over 20 billion Nepali rupees in insured losses. Hydropower projects sustained the most significant damage from the devastating event. Delayed repairs could trigger business interruption payouts for postponed plant operations. Nepal's small non-life market relies on domestic and foreign reinsurers. Insurers may review Himalayan infrastructure…

The Economic Times · Sep 4

Bihar: Flood situation remains grim in Saran as Ganga, Saryu, Gandak rivers' levels rise

Floodwaters inundated several villages in Bihar's Saran district as rivers rose significantly. Normal life was disrupted, and boats became the primary transport in affected areas. Residential areas in Chhapra city and surrounding blocks experienced significant waterlogging. The district administration intensified relief and rescue operations, deploying officials to monitor the situation.…

The Economic Times · Sep 4

Why early warning signs of glacier collapse in Nepal were difficult to detect

The glacier collapse that led to devastating flash floods across the Himalayan region of Nepal and its border with the Chinese autonomous region of Tibet on August 26 was preceded by early warning signs, experts say. But monitoring and emergency alert systems in the region are still insufficient to predict…

France 24 · Sep 4

What we know about the link between Nepal’s flash floods and our climate crisis

In this week’s newsletter: The full scale of the disaster is still emerging, but as rescue efforts continue, scientists warn that a warming Himalayas could mean more deadly hazards

The Guardian - UK · Sep 4