Survivors say Nepal-China flooding hit ‘like a tsunami’ as rescuers fear fresh deluge

Here's the latest • Rescue efforts: Authorities are closely monitoring a second newly formed lake spotted in aerial footage of Nepal’s flood zone, adding to concerns about further flooding. Earlier, Nepal and China restarted rescue operations in areas devastated by flash flooding, after a pause sparked by fears a barrier lake could unleash another deluge.

• Death toll climbs: More than 500 people have been killed in Nepal, according to authorities. At least 2,500 people are missing across China and Nepal, including dozens of Americans and other foreign nationals. Two of the only known US survivors told CNN the water hit like a “tsunami” but they narrowly escaped to higher ground. • On the ground: CNN teams have witnessed devastated neighborhoods and families’ anguish as they learned the worst news of their loved ones from lists and photos on a morgue wall. Monsoon-fueled storms will continue to pop up across the area through this weekend. Read More...