Death toll nears 800 after Himalayan glacier collapse
Summary
A glacier collapsed in the Himalayas, causing floods and debris to hit villages in Nepal and China. Nearly 800 people have died and thousands are missing, with rescue efforts slowed by bad weather. International teams are helping with search and rescue, and emergency funding is arriving.Key Facts
- At least 797 people have died from the glacier collapse.
- More than 3,000 people remain missing in Nepal and China combined.
- The glacier fell about 1,200 meters (3,900 feet) and hit the Lende River.
- The disaster caused a new lake to form, which is now overflowing into nearby rivers.
- Over 100 workers are trapped inside hydropower tunnels.
- Nepal has started mass burials for unidentified victims after DNA sampling.
- About 90,000 people in Nepal are affected by the disaster.
- Rescue teams from India, China, South Korea, and Malaysia are involved.
- The EU, Red Cross, and other groups have begun providing financial aid and support.
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