Nepal on high alert for fresh flooding as death toll rises past 800
Summary
Severe flash floods in Nepal and neighboring Tibet have killed at least 804 people and left thousands missing. The floods started after a glacier and rock collapse in the Himalayas caused rivers to swell and sweep away structures. Authorities warn residents to stay alert for more flooding.Key Facts
- Nepal’s death toll from the floods rose to 788, with 2,502 people missing.
- Chinese authorities reported 16 deaths and 546 missing on their side of the border in Tibet.
- Flood warnings were sent to residents' phones after water levels rose in the Bhotekoshi River.
- The flash floods began when a glacier collapsed, triggering a magnitude 5.2 rockfall.
- Many residents have lost homes and possessions, and are trying to salvage whatever they can.
- A key power plant serving 20,000 people was damaged and is under inspection.
- Hundreds of foreigners, including Nepalis, are among the missing in the affected regions.
- Nepal’s foreign minister stated the country contributes barely 0.1% to global emissions but suffers heavily from climate change impacts.
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