Photos: Nepal issues alerts as region’s flash flood death toll reaches 750
Summary
Heavy flooding in Nepal and China’s Tibet region has caused 750 deaths and left thousands missing. Authorities warn that water levels are rising again, and rescue teams are working to help affected people and clear important roads.Key Facts
- The death toll from flash floods reached 734 in Nepal and 16 in China’s Tibet region.
- Over 3,000 people are still missing in both Nepal and Tibet combined.
- Flood alerts were sent to mobile phones in Nepal to warn residents.
- Rescue teams are clearing a highway linking Kathmandu to the worst-hit area.
- Nepal’s disaster agency received a warning from China about increased water flow upstream.
- About 93,000 people in Nepal have been affected by the floods.
- Nepal requested international help, including money, rescue drones, DNA testing kits, and body freezers.
- The U.S., Canada, UK, European Union, United Nations, and Red Cross organizations have pledged financial and humanitarian aid.
- Chinese President Xi Jinping offered assistance to Nepal.
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