Nepal Floods: 469 Dead, 1,500 Missing After Glacial Collapse
At least 469 people have died and over 1,500 are missing in Nepal and Tibet following catastrophic flooding triggered by a glacial collapse on Wednesday. The floods have severely impacted the Rasuwa district, with reports of entire villages submerged. Rescue operations face challenges due to damaged infrastructure, but over 5,000 personnel are involved in the efforts. Among the missing are 668 tourists from 34 countries, including 177 from India. The situation remains critical, with rising water levels and concerns about potential secondary disasters. Authorities are also working to identify and manage the deceased, as local morgues reach capacity.
Published 1 day ago • 28 Aug 2026, 01:57 PM IST