Nepal observes national day of mourning for victims of flash flood disaster
Summary
Nepal held a national day of mourning for people who died in a flash flood caused by a glacial collapse. At least 1,287 people died, and over 5,000 remain missing as rescue teams continue to search for survivors, especially in tunnels of hydropower stations.Key Facts
- The flash flood hit a Himalayan valley near the Nepal-Tibet border.
- The flood was likely caused by a glacial collapse.
- At least 1,287 people have died, with more than 5,000 still missing in Nepal.
- Nepal's president visited flood-affected areas on the day of mourning.
- Flags were flown at half-mast across government offices and missions abroad.
- Rescue operations are ongoing by ground, air, and in hydropower tunnels.
- Four people have been rescued in recent days, including a woman found alive after more than 10 days.
- On the Tibetan side, 31 deaths were reported with 531 people missing.
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