Claim: Water levels in the Bothe Koshi basin began rising rapidly around 9:00 a.m. on August 26, 2025, according to the International Center for Integrated Mountain Development.
Verdict: Unverified (45% confidence)
Explanation: We were unable to find credible sources that support the core elements of this claim. None of the retrieved sources explicitly confirm that water levels in the Bothe Koshi basin began rising rapidly around 9:00 a.m. on August 26, 2025. Additionally, there is no evidence that the International Center for Integrated Mountain Development reported this specific event. The absence of direct confirmation from any source means the claim cannot be verified.