Glacial collapse caused huge flood leaving hundreds dead or missing in Nepal and Tibet
Summary
A large flood caused by a glacier collapse hit the border area between Nepal and Tibet, killing at least 165 people and leaving many more missing. Rescue teams are working to find survivors, including dozens of foreign tourists and pilgrims.Key Facts
- A glacier collapsed triggering a powerful flood that destroyed villages in Nepal and Tibet.
- At least 165 bodies were found, and hundreds more people are missing.
- Missing people include tourists and pilgrims from India, the US, UK, Australia, Canada, and other countries.
- The flood struck near the Nepal-China Rasuwagadhi border crossing in the Himalayas.
- Early reports of an earthquake were corrected; the shaking was caused by the glacier collapse itself.
- Helicopters are being used to rescue survivors trapped by mud and debris.
- The area is popular with pilgrims visiting the sacred Kailash Mansarovar site.
- The United Nations and international groups are providing aid to the disaster area.
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