A 4.4-magnitude earthquake in Nepal triggered a landslide that blocked the Bhote Koshi river, causing a devastating flash flood that killed at least 17 people and left at least 400 travelers missing.
Why it mattersFlash floods from blocked rivers are difficult to predict and rescue. The high number of missing travelers and workers means recovery efforts face long odds, and the death toll is expected to climb.
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