Nepal-Tibet floods have triggered widespread devastation, forcing residents to flee their homes as rescue operations continue amid severe flooding, damaged infrastructure and a rising death toll.

Nepal Floods: Rescue teams begin large scale-debris clearance operation

Nepal Floods: Nepal residents flee from devastation and loss 

Nepali rescuers resumed a desperate search on Sunday for hydropower workers believed to be trapped inside tunnels buried under flood debris, as difficult weather and swollen rivers continued to hamper operations. The disaster’s death toll has climbed to 750, while more than 3,000 people remain missing in Nepal and Tibet.Rescue teams have been working for five days since a massive wall of mud and debris swept through the region on Wednesday. Nepal’s government says more than 100 workers could still be alive inside tunnels at several hydropower projects, with operations concentrated on the Trishuli 3A and 3B sites.At Trishuli 3A, army personnel drilling through the debris broke into the upper section of a mud-filled tunnel late Saturday. Rescuers then began pumping air inside and deployed a camera to search for signs of survivors.<h2>Rain complicates tunnel search</h2>The operation was disrupted overnight when heavy rain sent river waters higher, flooding the excavation zone. Conditions improved later, allowing teams to restart the search."As the floodwaters have receded, the team has resumed efforts to locate the tunnel entrance using drilling machines, excavators, hydraulic cutters, and other equipment," the Nepal Army said.Rescuers have been forced to work through thick mud and around huge boulders deposited by the floods. The prime minister’s office described the conditions as "difficult" but said teams were "making tireless efforts to search for and rescue those who may be trapped."Advanced search cameras and specialised monitoring equipment are being used, while tunnel-rescue specialists from India and China have joined the operation.<h2>Power infrastructure badly damaged</h2>The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority says 933 hydropower workers are missing.The US Geological Survey has attributed the disaster along the China-Nepal border to a glacial collapse.The Nepal Electricity Authority said 11 hydropower stations and a solar power plant have stopped operating, cutting 431.1 megawatts of capacity – around 10 per cent of Nepal’s installed generation capacity. Another 15 projects under construction have also suffered damage.

Nepal rescuers are digging through flood-buried hydropower tunnels to reach over 100 trapped workers as rain and rising rivers hamper efforts. The disaster death toll has climbed to 750.

Nepali rescuers resumed a desperate search on Sunday for hydropower workers believed to be trapped inside tunnels buried under flood debris, as difficult weather and swollen rivers continued to hamper operations. The disaster’s death toll has climbed to 750, while more than 3,000 people remain missing in Nepal and Tibet. Rescue teams have been working for five days since a massive wall of mud and debris swept through the region on Wednesday. Nepal’s government says more than 100 workers could still be alive inside tunnels at several hydropower projects, with operations concentrated on the Trishuli 3A and 3B sites. At Trishuli 3A, army personnel drilling through the debris broke into the upper section of a mud-filled tunnel late Saturday. Rescuers then began pumping air inside and deployed a camera to search for signs of survivors. Rain complicates tunnel search The operation was disrupted overnight when heavy rain sent river waters higher, flooding the excavation zone. Conditions improved later, allowing teams to restart the search. "As the floodwaters have receded, the team has resumed efforts to locate the tunnel entrance using drilling machines, excavators, hydraulic cutters, and other equipment," the Nepal Army said. Rescuers have been forced to work through thick mud and around huge boulders deposited by the floods. The prime minister’s office described the conditions as "difficult" but said teams were "making tireless efforts to search for and rescue those who may be trapped." Advanced search cameras and specialised monitoring equipment are being used, while tunnel-rescue specialists from India and China have joined the operation. Power infrastructure badly damaged The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority says 933 hydropower workers are missing. The US Geological Survey has attributed the disaster along the China-Nepal border to a glacial collapse. The Nepal Electricity Authority said 11 hydropower stations and a solar power plant have stopped operating, cutting 431.1 megawatts of capacity – around 10 per cent of Nepal’s installed generation capacity. Another 15 projects under construction have also suffered damage.

Nepal rescuers are digging through flood-buried hydropower tunnels to reach over 100 trapped workers as rain and rising rivers hamper efforts. The disaster death toll has climbed to 750.

Nepal floods: Inside desperate tunnel rescue as over 100 workers remain trapped

The death toll from the catastrophic flash floods that tore through Nepal and parts of Tibet this week has climbed to750, as rescue teams battle worsening weather and treacherous terrain in a desperate search for more than 3,000 people still missing. Nepal has reported 734 deaths and 2,498 people missing, while authorities in Tibet confirmed 16 deaths and 546 missing.<h2>Poor weather hampers rescue operations</h2>Poor weather has repeatedly disrupted helicopter missions, complicating efforts to reach remote Himalayan communities cut off by landslides, mud and destroyed roads. In hard-hit Nuwakot district, aircraft resumed operations after a weather delay, ferrying food and other emergency supplies into isolated areas and evacuating survivors.Nepal says more than 3,700 people have been rescued so far. But the search has taken on added urgency around hydropower projects, where officials fear more than 100 workers may still be trapped inside tunnels at the Trishuli 3A and 3B sites.<h2>Search intensifies for trapped hydropower workers</h2>Energy Minister Biraj Bhakta Shrestha said "rescue efforts are going on in multiple tunnel sites." Teams have managed to pump air into one tunnel after breaking through thick mud, while attempts are underway to send cameras inside.Specialist rescue teams from India and China have joined Nepalese forces, while mountain rescue experts are also being deployed.Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal said finding those still missing was "currently our national priority."<h2>Fresh flood fears after glacier collapse</h2>The disaster has also triggered fears of further flooding after a new lake formed high in the Himalayas following the glacier collapse believed to have caused the initial devastation. Scientists say the collapse unleashed huge volumes of rock, ice and water into river valleys below.<h2>US announces $3.6 million in aid</h2>The United States has pledged more than $3.6 million in emergency assistance to Nepal as rescue efforts continue. The funding will support immediate humanitarian needs, including food aid expected to reach up to 10,000 households. Washington has also said it is coordinating with Nepalese authorities to ensure relief supplies reach communities affected by the devastating floods.

Nepal-Tibet floods have killed 691 people and left more than 3,000 missing. Rescuers face poor weather and treacherous terrain while searching for survivors and workers trapped in tunnels.



The death toll from the catastrophic flash floods that tore through Nepal and parts of Tibet this week has climbed to750, as rescue teams battle worsening weather and treacherous terrain in a desperate search for more than 3,000 people still missing. Nepal has reported 734 deaths and 2,498 people missing, while authorities in Tibet confirmed 16 deaths and 546 missing. Poor weather hampers rescue operations Poor weather has repeatedly disrupted helicopter missions, complicating efforts to reach remote Himalayan communities cut off by landslides, mud and destroyed roads. In hard-hit Nuwakot district, aircraft resumed operations after a weather delay, ferrying food and other emergency supplies into isolated areas and evacuating survivors. Nepal says more than 3,700 people have been rescued so far. But the search has taken on added urgency around hydropower projects, where officials fear more than 100 workers may still be trapped inside tunnels at the Trishuli 3A and 3B sites. Search intensifies for trapped hydropower workers Energy Minister Biraj Bhakta Shrestha said "rescue efforts are going on in multiple tunnel sites." Teams have managed to pump air into one tunnel after breaking through thick mud, while attempts are underway to send cameras inside. Specialist rescue teams from India and China have joined Nepalese forces, while mountain rescue experts are also being deployed. Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal said finding those still missing was "currently our national priority." Fresh flood fears after glacier collapse The disaster has also triggered fears of further flooding after a new lake formed high in the Himalayas following the glacier collapse believed to have caused the initial devastation. Scientists say the collapse unleashed huge volumes of rock, ice and water into river valleys below. US announces $3.6 million in aid The United States has pledged more than $3.6 million in emergency assistance to Nepal as rescue efforts continue. The funding will support immediate humanitarian needs, including food aid expected to reach up to 10,000 households. Washington has also said it is coordinating with Nepalese authorities to ensure relief supplies reach communities affected by the devastating floods.

Nepal-Tibet floods have killed 691 people and left more than 3,000 missing. Rescuers face poor weather and treacherous terrain while searching for survivors and workers trapped in tunnels.

Nepal-Tibet floods: Death toll rises to 750, over 3,000 remain missing as rescuers battle poor weather

Nepal is facing a devastating humanitarian crisis after catastrophic flash floods and landslides struck areas along the Nepal-Tibet border, leaving hundreds dead and thousands missing.

Nepal Floods: Nepal seeks India's help to restore connectivity 

Nepal’s flood and landslide disaster has pushed the death toll to nearly 700, with more than 93,000 people displaced from their homes. Rescue and relief operations continue across the worst-hit areas as authorities work to reach affected communities and provide emergency assistance.


Nepal death toll climbs, Nearly 700 dead & over 93,000 displaced

At least 77 pilgrims linked to the Isha Foundation are reported missing following the devastating floods in Nepal. Rescue teams are continuing search operations in the affected areas as authorities work to locate those still unaccounted for.

Nepal Flood: 77 pilgrims of Isha Foundation missing

India has stepped up humanitarian assistance to Nepal as the death and humanitarian toll from the devastating floods continues to mount. New Delhi has offered additional rescue support, including tunnel experts, medical teams and National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) personnel if requested by Kathmandu.

The situation remains particularly critical at hydropower projects, where hundreds of workers were reportedly sheltering inside tunnels after floodwaters and debris destroyed access routes. Nearly 1,000 workers connected to various projects have reportedly been unaccounted for, including around 40 Indians and eight South Koreans.

India has already delivered more than 62 tonnes of emergency relief material to flood-hit Nepal through three separate airlifts. An Indian rescue assistance team has also reached the affected areas as authorities continue search and rescue operations.

Nepal has also sought assistance from India and China to construct 42 Bailey bridges to restore road connectivity in areas devastated by floods. India has agreed to support the bridge-building effort as Kathmandu works to reconnect isolated communities.

NEPAL FLOOD:  India Sends Rescue Experts, 62 Tonnes Of Aid As Search For Missing Workers Continues

Nepal may need billions of dollars to rebuild after the devastating floods that have caused widespread destruction, Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal said on Saturday (August 29). "The reconstruction and rehabilitation would entail perhaps billions of dollars," he told reporters in Kathmandu.&nbsp;Khanal said the government would first assess the damage before planning the reconstruction work. He also appealed to the international community for help.&nbsp;"We will do loss and damage research and then we plan, but I am reaching out to our international community for support".&nbsp;Three days after the disaster, the government was still focused on rescuing people and saving lives. Khanal said the scale of the destruction was already putting pressure on the government's resources."The urgency is on rescue and saving lives as much as we can", he said.&nbsp;Rescue teams have so far recovered 626 bodies, while more than 2,426 people remain missing across Nepal.<h2>Nepal seeks help to preserve bodies</h2>The government has also sought specialised support to identify and preserve the bodies recovered from the flood-hit areas.&nbsp;"We have reached out to our friends who can provide specific requirements, not only in the rescue," Khanal said.&nbsp;Many bodies have been recovered downstream after remaining in water for a long time. Officials are concerned that they could decompose quickly, making identification more difficult.&nbsp;"Hundreds of bodies have been found downstream, and there is a risk of fast decomposition because these bodies have been in water for a long time," Khanal said.&nbsp;Nepal does not have enough facilities to preserve a large number of bodies for a long period."Our own healthcare capacity is very limited to put these bodies in a frozen state for a long time," Khanal said.&nbsp;The government has therefore asked for refrigerators to preserve the bodies until families can identify and claim their loved ones.&nbsp;"So we've been asking to provide fridges until... we can locate the loved ones of these people who passed away in this disaster."&nbsp;Khanal said Nepal was also considering the use of freezer trucks to help preserve the bodies."The government was also considering bringing in "freezer trucks, like those where you can put perishable goods", he added.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pm-modi-poster-in-tashkent-as-his-state-visit-to-uzbekistan-begins-1788012907824">PM Modi poster in Tashkent as his state visit to Uzbekistan begins</a><h2>DNA testing becomes major challenge</h2>Identifying the recovered bodies is another major challenge for the authorities. Nepal has limited forensic facilities for DNA testing and reporting.&nbsp;"We need forensic capability," he said. "DNA sampling, DNA testing and reporting -- we have very limited forensic capability in Nepal."&nbsp;The latest figures from the Nepal Police showed that the death toll from the Rasuwa Bhote Koshi flash floods had reached 669 by 4 PM on Saturday.&nbsp;Emergency teams working downstream have recovered bodies from several districts. Chitwan has reported the highest number, with 248 bodies recovered.&nbsp;Nawalparasi East has recorded 158 bodies, followed by Nawalparasi West with 75. Gorkha has reported 54 bodies, Dhading 49, Nuwakot 41, Tanahun 31 and Rasuwa 13.

Nepal's flood reconstruction could cost billions of dollars as the government seeks international help for rescue operations, body preservation and identification amid a rising death toll and thousands of missing people.

Nepal may need billions of dollars to rebuild after the devastating floods that have caused widespread destruction, Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal said on Saturday (August 29). "The reconstruction and rehabilitation would entail perhaps billions of dollars," he told reporters in Kathmandu. Khanal said the government would first assess the damage before planning the reconstruction work. He also appealed to the international community for help. "We will do loss and damage research and then we plan, but I am reaching out to our international community for support". Three days after the disaster, the government was still focused on rescuing people and saving lives. Khanal said the scale of the destruction was already putting pressure on the government's resources. "The urgency is on rescue and saving lives as much as we can", he said. Rescue teams have so far recovered 626 bodies, while more than 2,426 people remain missing across Nepal. Nepal seeks help to preserve bodies The government has also sought specialised support to identify and preserve the bodies recovered from the flood-hit areas. "We have reached out to our friends who can provide specific requirements, not only in the rescue," Khanal said. Many bodies have been recovered downstream after remaining in water for a long time. Officials are concerned that they could decompose quickly, making identification more difficult. "Hundreds of bodies have been found downstream, and there is a risk of fast decomposition because these bodies have been in water for a long time," Khanal said. Nepal does not have enough facilities to preserve a large number of bodies for a long period. "Our own healthcare capacity is very limited to put these bodies in a frozen state for a long time," Khanal said. The government has therefore asked for refrigerators to preserve the bodies until families can identify and claim their loved ones. "So we've been asking to provide fridges until... we can locate the loved ones of these people who passed away in this disaster." Khanal said Nepal was also considering the use of freezer trucks to help preserve the bodies. "The government was also considering bringing in "freezer trucks, like those where you can put perishable goods", he added. Also Read: PM Modi poster in Tashkent as his state visit to Uzbekistan begins DNA testing becomes major challenge Identifying the recovered bodies is another major challenge for the authorities. Nepal has limited forensic facilities for DNA testing and reporting. "We need forensic capability," he said. "DNA sampling, DNA testing and reporting -- we have very limited forensic capability in Nepal." The latest figures from the Nepal Police showed that the death toll from the Rasuwa Bhote Koshi flash floods had reached 669 by 4 PM on Saturday. Emergency teams working downstream have recovered bodies from several districts. Chitwan has reported the highest number, with 248 bodies recovered. Nawalparasi East has recorded 158 bodies, followed by Nawalparasi West with 75. Gorkha has reported 54 bodies, Dhading 49, Nuwakot 41, Tanahun 31 and Rasuwa 13.

Nepal's flood reconstruction could cost billions of dollars as the government seeks international help for rescue operations, body preservation and identification amid a rising death toll and thousands of missing people.

Nepal floods: Reconstruction bill could run into ‘billions of dollars’, says Foreign Minister

Days after the tragic Nepal floods thousands remain missing, with families awaiting news about their loved ones. While Nepal on Saturday upped the death toll to 626, China's Xinhua news agency early Saturday reported that across the border in Tibet only 7 deaths have been recorded, with 554 missing. The low number seems doubtful, especially given the scale of destruction the floods have left in their wake.Now, a video from Gyirong Port, a vital land border crossing between Tibet, China, and Rasuwa, Nepal is further raising questions about Beijing's censorship.The video in question is difficult to miss. It shows a wall of water and mud rushing through Gyirong Port as people run for safety and everything in its path is swept away.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nepal-tibet-flood-disaster-death-toll-hits-586-over-2-400-missing-as-rescue-effort-faces-fresh-flood-threat-1787964592622">Nepal-Tibet flood disaster: Death toll hits 586, over 2,400 missing as rescue effort faces fresh flood threat</a>The footage, captured by CCTV cameras has quickly spread across social media and television screens around the world.In China, however, the same images have been far harder to find, reports BBC. Watch it here:

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">A massive mudslide struck Gyirong Port on the China-Nepal border, with CCTV footage showing a wall of debris slamming through the crossing in seconds, tossing vehicles and buses. Nepal reports at least 8-16 dead with hundreds of travelers listed as missing, including 291… <a href="https://t.co/ZXfDIUaGsC">pic.twitter.com/ZXfDIUaGsC</a>&mdash; Clash Report (@clashreport) <a href="https://x.com/clashreport/status/2092570543430000883?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 26, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>China censoring visuals of Nepal-Tibet floods?</h2>So far, China's state-run media has shown only a single still image from the flooding. According to the report by BBC's Laura Bicker, finding the shocking video on China's heavily controlled internet has proved difficult. So has finding detailed first-hand accounts of a disaster that has killed hundreds and left many more missing.This is now drawing attention to the way Beijing manages information about Tibet, particularly during a major crisis.<h2>China's response is visible, but tightly controlled</h2>Beijing has mounted a large rescue operation in the affected region. Hundreds of emergency workers have been deployed, while President Xi Jinping chaired a meeting on the response.Chinese state media has also reported on rescue teams working in dangerous conditions, including specialists scaling mountains and crossing swollen rivers. Officials have warned about a barrier lake formed by debris that could overflow and trigger further flooding.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nepal-floods-china-warns-artificial-lake-formed-after-mudslide-could-breach-send-more-floodwaters-downstream-death-toll-392-1787879651104">Nepal floods: China warns artificial lake formed after mudslide could breach, send more floodwaters downstream</a>But notably, beyond those official updates, there is little independent information available.There are few accounts from survivors in Tibet, almost no user-generated footage showing the flooding as it happened and little information from families searching for missing relatives.Foreign journalists, as per reports are facing trouble accessing Tibet. The access remains tightly controlled and requires government permission, making independent reporting during a fast-moving disaster particularly difficult.<h2>Why Tibet is especially sensitive for Beijing</h2>The information blackout is taking place against the backdrop of Tibet's complicated political history with Beijing.China brought Tibet under Communist rule in the 1950s after years of resistance to Chinese control. Beijing has since faced criticism over its policies in the region, while Tibetan groups abroad have accused the government of restricting religious and cultural freedoms.The Chinese government rejects those allegations and points instead to extensive investment in Tibet, including infrastructure and tourism development.Yet the region remains politically sensitive, and that sensitivity becomes especially visible when a major disaster draws international attention.<h2>Why is China censoring a natural disaster?</h2>One explanation for the limited coverage could be Beijing's longstanding emphasis on maintaining social stability.Local Communist Party officials moved quickly after the disaster, urging grassroots members to assist with relief work and provide emotional and psychological support to residents.One particularly striking instruction, BBC reports told party members to "make every effort to maintain social order and ensure stability and public confidence in the disaster areas".The directive also warned that officials who performed well would be rewarded, while those who failed would be held accountable.<h2>Videos and accounts disappearing online</h2>Advocacy group, International Campaign for Tibet has meanwhile praised emergency responders but said Chinese authorities were removing videos and first-hand accounts from social media.The group called on Beijing to "disclose complete and verifiable information about the damage and casualties".&nbsp;

A terrifying video showing floodwaters ripping through Gyirong Port has spread across the world. But inside China, the same footage is remarkably difficult to find, raising fresh questions about how Beijing is handling information from the disaster zone. Watch below.

Days after the tragic Nepal floods thousands remain missing, with families awaiting news about their loved ones. While Nepal on Saturday upped the death toll to 626, China's Xinhua news agency early Saturday reported that across the border in Tibet only 7 deaths have been recorded, with 554 missing. The low number seems doubtful, especially given the scale of destruction the floods have left in their wake. Now, a video from Gyirong Port, a vital land border crossing between Tibet, China, and Rasuwa, Nepal is further raising questions about Beijing's censorship. The video in question is difficult to miss. It shows a wall of water and mud rushing through Gyirong Port as people run for safety and everything in its path is swept away. Also read | Nepal-Tibet flood disaster: Death toll hits 586, over 2,400 missing as rescue effort faces fresh flood threat The footage, captured by CCTV cameras has quickly spread across social media and television screens around the world. In China, however, the same images have been far harder to find, reports BBC. Watch it here:

A terrifying video showing floodwaters ripping through Gyirong Port has spread across the world. But inside China, the same footage is remarkably difficult to find, raising fresh questions about how Beijing is handling information from the disaster zone. Watch below.

Watch | Terrifying video shows floodwaters ripping through Tibet's Gyirong Port, yet footage remains missing from China's social media

After Nepal’s U-turn on its stance on accepting foreign assistance, India has sent an 11-member team for medical and tunnel rescue operations. The team comprises doctors, paramedics, and reconnaissance personnel. The Reconnaissance operations to rescue the people trapped in the tunnel are expected to begin Saturday (Aug 29). This comes after the death toll crossed the 600 mark after the deadly floods near the Tibet border. As of now, 2,426 are reported missing, according to the country’s disaster agency. Meanwhile, China has confirmed that seven people were killed, while 554 remain missing in Tibet, bringing the total number of missing people to nearly 3,000.Nepal has also requested India and China to help construct 42 Bailey bridges to resume transport services in the flood-affected areas. These portable bridges can be assembled quickly without heavy machinery or special tools.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/live-blog-nepal-tibet-floods-live-updates-nepal-death-toll-crosses-600-as-2-000-remain-missing-1787973546802">Nepal-Tibet floods LIVE updates: Nepal death toll crosses 600, nearly 2,500 remain missing</a>Earlier on Friday (Aug 28), Nepal’s foreign ministry said that it did not need foreign assistance for search and rescue operations despite help offered from several countries. Several foreign nationals are also reported missing in the disaster.“The offer for help is natural. Our security agencies are doing the search and rescue operation. For now we don’t require such help,” Lok Bahadur Chhetri, spokesperson for the foreign ministry.However, following international pressure, Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal said that the government is ready to take international assistance in cases where technical expertise is required for extremely complex physical structures.This comes after devastating floods swept through the Himalayan nation, leaving a massive trail of destruction. The US Geological Survey said the disaster was triggered by a glacial collapse, initially mistaken for a magnitude 4.4 earthquake. The resulting debris flow had “catastrophic” downstream impacts across Nepal and Tibet. Environmentalists have described the surge as being “like an inland tsunami”, travelling nearly 170 kilometres into Nepal.

After Nepal reversed its stance on foreign aid, India sent an 11-member rescue team as the flood death toll crossed 600 and nearly 3,000 people remained missing across Nepal and Tibet.

After Nepal’s U-turn on its stance on accepting foreign assistance, India has sent an 11-member team for medical and tunnel rescue operations. The team comprises doctors, paramedics, and reconnaissance personnel. The Reconnaissance operations to rescue the people trapped in the tunnel are expected to begin Saturday (Aug 29). This comes after the death toll crossed the 600 mark after the deadly floods near the Tibet border. As of now, 2,426 are reported missing, according to the country’s disaster agency. Meanwhile, China has confirmed that seven people were killed, while 554 remain missing in Tibet, bringing the total number of missing people to nearly 3,000. Nepal has also requested India and China to help construct 42 Bailey bridges to resume transport services in the flood-affected areas. These portable bridges can be assembled quickly without heavy machinery or special tools. Also read | Nepal-Tibet floods LIVE updates: Nepal death toll crosses 600, nearly 2,500 remain missing Earlier on Friday (Aug 28), Nepal’s foreign ministry said that it did not need foreign assistance for search and rescue operations despite help offered from several countries. Several foreign nationals are also reported missing in the disaster. “The offer for help is natural. Our security agencies are doing the search and rescue operation. For now we don’t require such help,” Lok Bahadur Chhetri, spokesperson for the foreign ministry. However, following international pressure, Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal said that the government is ready to take international assistance in cases where technical expertise is required for extremely complex physical structures. This comes after devastating floods swept through the Himalayan nation, leaving a massive trail of destruction. The US Geological Survey said the disaster was triggered by a glacial collapse, initially mistaken for a magnitude 4.4 earthquake. The resulting debris flow had “catastrophic” downstream impacts across Nepal and Tibet. Environmentalists have described the surge as being “like an inland tsunami”, travelling nearly 170 kilometres into Nepal.

After Nepal reversed its stance on foreign aid, India sent an 11-member rescue team as the flood death toll crossed 600 and nearly 3,000 people remained missing across Nepal and Tibet.

India sends 11-member rescue team as Nepal seeks help to build 42 Bailey bridges

The scale of the disaster along the Nepal-Tibet border continued to grow on Friday (Aug 29), with 586 deaths (579 in Nepal, and 7 in China). Meanwhile, the number of people missing in Nepal and China have surpassed 2,400 as rescuers continue to search through mud, debris and damaged infrastructure for survivors.The disaster, triggered by a glacial collapse and a huge debris flow, has swept through villages, hydropower sites and major transport routes. The US Geological Survey said the event was the deadliest disaster to hit Nepal since the 2015 earthquake.The latest figures are a sharp rise from earlier estimates. Nepal's disaster authority said 517 foreigners were among those still missing.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nepal-floods-china-warns-artificial-lake-formed-after-mudslide-could-breach-send-more-floodwaters-downstream-death-toll-392-1787879651104">Nepal floods: China warns artificial lake formed after mudslide could breach, send more floodwaters downstream</a><h2>Fresh flood threat complicates rescue</h2>Rescue operations have been further complicated by the risk of new flooding. Nepali police have ordered rescuers to move to safer locations after receiving information that a water dam had burst on the Tibetan side. In China, rescue operations in the worst-hit part of Gyirong were temporarily suspended because of fears of renewed flooding.Chinese state broadcaster CCTV reported that a lake created by huge piles of debris had begun overflowing towards areas where rescue teams were working. The water level later fell and authorities said rescue operations could resume in an orderly manner.Nepal's Flood Forecasting Division had earlier warned about the growing lake behind the landslide debris.<h2>Workers trapped inside hydropower tunnels</h2>The devastation has hit the country's hydropower infrastructure particularly hard. The Nepali military located workers trapped inside the tunnel of the Trishuli 3A hydropower project. Army spokesman Raja Ram Basnet said two helicopters had been sent to the site, although locating the tunnel entrances remained difficult.Around 350 workers and residents had been brought to safety, while efforts continued to reach more than 100 people still trapped inside.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nepal-floods-satellite-imagery-shows-riverside-towns-buried-under-debris-1787936430018">Nepal floods: Satellite imagery shows riverside towns buried under debris</a>Survivors at other hydropower projects described how quickly the flood arrived. Buddha Tamang, who was working inside a dam tunnel when the disaster struck, told AFP that senior officers working elsewhere were swept away.<h2>India recovers seven bodies</h2>The disaster's impact has extended beyond Nepal. Indian authorities said seven bodies had been recovered from rivers flowing from Nepal, with the victims believed to have been swept downstream by the floods.In Tibet, Chinese state news agency Xinhua reported seven deaths and 554 people still missing. Authorities said 555 stranded tourists and 499 Chinese residents had been evacuated from the affected areas.China has also deployed emergency personnel and equipment to the disaster zone, while President Xi Jinping chaired a meeting on the rescue effort and offered assistance to Nepal.<h2>Pilgrims among the missing</h2>The tragedy has also affected people travelling to Mount Kailash in Tibet, a major pilgrimage destination. Several Hindu pilgrims from different countries were caught while returning from the pilgrimage. Sivaranjani Muthunathan, who was travelling with 56 others, described seeing a sudden wall of water and debris before the group scrambled to higher ground. &nbsp;

The Nepal-Tibet disaster has grown even deadlier, with hundreds killed and more than 2,400 people still missing. Rescuers searching through the devastation continue to face another danger as fresh flooding threatens the operation.

The scale of the disaster along the Nepal-Tibet border continued to grow on Friday (Aug 29), with 586 deaths (579 in Nepal, and 7 in China). Meanwhile, the number of people missing in Nepal and China have surpassed 2,400 as rescuers continue to search through mud, debris and damaged infrastructure for survivors. The disaster, triggered by a glacial collapse and a huge debris flow, has swept through villages, hydropower sites and major transport routes. The US Geological Survey said the event was the deadliest disaster to hit Nepal since the 2015 earthquake. The latest figures are a sharp rise from earlier estimates. Nepal's disaster authority said 517 foreigners were among those still missing. Also read | Nepal floods: China warns artificial lake formed after mudslide could breach, send more floodwaters downstream Fresh flood threat complicates rescue Rescue operations have been further complicated by the risk of new flooding. Nepali police have ordered rescuers to move to safer locations after receiving information that a water dam had burst on the Tibetan side. In China, rescue operations in the worst-hit part of Gyirong were temporarily suspended because of fears of renewed flooding. Chinese state broadcaster CCTV reported that a lake created by huge piles of debris had begun overflowing towards areas where rescue teams were working. The water level later fell and authorities said rescue operations could resume in an orderly manner. Nepal's Flood Forecasting Division had earlier warned about the growing lake behind the landslide debris. Workers trapped inside hydropower tunnels The devastation has hit the country's hydropower infrastructure particularly hard. The Nepali military located workers trapped inside the tunnel of the Trishuli 3A hydropower project. Army spokesman Raja Ram Basnet said two helicopters had been sent to the site, although locating the tunnel entrances remained difficult. Around 350 workers and residents had been brought to safety, while efforts continued to reach more than 100 people still trapped inside. Also read | Nepal floods: Satellite imagery shows riverside towns buried under debris Survivors at other hydropower projects described how quickly the flood arrived. Buddha Tamang, who was working inside a dam tunnel when the disaster struck, told AFP that senior officers working elsewhere were swept away. India recovers seven bodies The disaster's impact has extended beyond Nepal. Indian authorities said seven bodies had been recovered from rivers flowing from Nepal, with the victims believed to have been swept downstream by the floods. In Tibet, Chinese state news agency Xinhua reported seven deaths and 554 people still missing. Authorities said 555 stranded tourists and 499 Chinese residents had been evacuated from the affected areas. China has also deployed emergency personnel and equipment to the disaster zone, while President Xi Jinping chaired a meeting on the rescue effort and offered assistance to Nepal. Pilgrims among the missing The tragedy has also affected people travelling to Mount Kailash in Tibet, a major pilgrimage destination. Several Hindu pilgrims from different countries were caught while returning from the pilgrimage. Sivaranjani Muthunathan, who was travelling with 56 others, described seeing a sudden wall of water and debris before the group scrambled to higher ground.

The Nepal-Tibet disaster has grown even deadlier, with hundreds killed and more than 2,400 people still missing. Rescuers searching through the devastation continue to face another danger as fresh flooding threatens the operation.

Nepal-Tibet flood disaster: Death toll hits 586, over 2,400 missing as rescue effort faces fresh flood threat

Nepal has issued an urgent warning after a dam upstream on the Tibetan side was reportedly breached, raising fears of another dangerous flood surge in the region. Authorities have urged security personnel, rescue workers and members of the public involved in relief operations to remain alert and immediately move to safer, higher ground. The fresh warning comes just days after a devastating glacial collapse triggered deadly flooding across parts of Nepal, causing widespread destruction and disrupting rescue and relief operations.

As concerns grow over rising water levels and possible additional flooding, authorities are closely monitoring the situation along vulnerable river systems and affected communities. Rescue teams are facing difficult conditions as they continue search and relief efforts in flood-hit areas.

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Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri briefed senior Tamil Nadu ministers on India’s ongoing efforts to assist and rescue Indian nationals affected by the devastating floods in Nepal. The meeting focused on coordinating with Nepalese authorities and ensuring the safe return of stranded and missing Tamil Nadu pilgrims. 

Nepal Floods: Foreign secretary Vikram Misri briefs TN ministers on rescue OPs

The catastrophic Nepal floods were linked to the collapse of a massive section of glacier near the Nepal–China border. Satellite analysis indicated that around 0.2 sq km of ice plunged approximately 1.2 km vertically, sending ice, rocks and sediment into the valley. The impact helped trigger a powerful debris flow and sudden flooding along the Lhende Khola and Bhotekoshi rivers. Scientists say recent snowmelt and unusually warm conditions may have contributed to the glacier’s instability.

The devastating floods in Nepal have left hundreds of people missing, including a significant number of tourists from India. Many Indian nationals were travelling through the affected areas when the flash floods struck, with rescue teams continuing efforts to locate and assist those unaccounted for.

Nepal Floods: Massive chunk of ice collapse about 1.2km vertically

Indian authorities recovered seven bodies from rivers flowing from Nepal, believed to be victims of devastating floods, officials said Friday, underscoring the scale of the deadly disaster.The bodies were found floating in rivers in the Maharajganj and Kushinagar districts of Uttar Pradesh state, which borders Nepal's southern flood-hit Chitwan region."Four unidentified bodies were recovered in the district on Thursday," Maharajganj district magistrate Gaurav Singh Sogarwal told AFP."We think they have been swept into India from Nepal following flash floods there."Three more bodies were recovered in Kushinagar district, around 70 kilometres (43 miles) downstream from the frontier, a police official confirmed.Authorities are working to identify the bodies.At least 472 people were killed in the floods, including 469 bodies recovered in Nepal, and three in China. At least 1,400 others are missing. The seven bodies in India are not included in that toll.Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits for grammar and punctuation. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience. &nbsp;

Seven bodies believed to be Nepal flood victims were recovered from rivers in India’s Uttar Pradesh, as the disaster’s death toll reached 472, with 1,400 people still missing.

Indian authorities recovered seven bodies from rivers flowing from Nepal, believed to be victims of devastating floods, officials said Friday, underscoring the scale of the deadly disaster. The bodies were found floating in rivers in the Maharajganj and Kushinagar districts of Uttar Pradesh state, which borders Nepal's southern flood-hit Chitwan region. "Four unidentified bodies were recovered in the district on Thursday," Maharajganj district magistrate Gaurav Singh Sogarwal told AFP. "We think they have been swept into India from Nepal following flash floods there." Three more bodies were recovered in Kushinagar district, around 70 kilometres (43 miles) downstream from the frontier, a police official confirmed. Authorities are working to identify the bodies. At least 472 people were killed in the floods, including 469 bodies recovered in Nepal, and three in China. At least 1,400 others are missing. The seven bodies in India are not included in that toll. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits for grammar and punctuation. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Seven bodies believed to be Nepal flood victims were recovered from rivers in India’s Uttar Pradesh, as the disaster’s death toll reached 472, with 1,400 people still missing.

Nepal floods: 7 bodies wash up downstream in India’s Uttar Pradesh

The devastating floods in Nepal have left hundreds of people missing, including a significant number of tourists from India. Many Indian nationals were travelling through the affected areas when the flash floods struck, with rescue teams continuing efforts to locate and assist those unaccounted for.

Nepal Floods: Missing include hundreds of tourists from India

The devastating floods in Nepal have once again highlighted the growing threat posed by climate change and extreme weather events. As communities struggle to recover from the disaster, experts warn that global warming is no longer a distant concern but a present-day reality. Rising temperatures, melting glaciers, and increasingly unpredictable weather patterns are amplifying risks across the Himalayan region. The tragedy has also renewed calls for stronger climate action and greater individual responsibility. As nature sends increasingly urgent warnings, the world faces a critical challenge: adapting to a rapidly changing planet before disasters become even more frequent and severe.

Nepal second flood feared: 290 Indian remain missing, 84 rescued

Nepal issued a warning on Friday (August 28) to move to higher ground after a dam upstream in Tibet was reported to have burst. This comes after two days of glacial collapse, which caused deadly flooding in Nepal, claiming the lives of over 450 people.&nbsp; "Information has been received that a water dam has burst again on the Tibetan side," police said in a statement. “All security personnel, rescue workers, and the general public deployed in rescue and relief operations are requested to remain alert and immediately move to a safe location/report the incident.”&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/nepal-flood-waters-surge-in-up-3-bodies-recovered-as-gandak-river-gates-opened-1787830264949">Nepal flood waters surge in UP: 3 bodies recovered as Gandak river gates opened</a><h3>Chinese President Xi Jinping chairs meeting&nbsp;</h3>Meanwhile, Chinese President Xi Jinping chairs a meeting on Tibet rescue operations with his top leaders on Friday, according to state media. The meeting comes two days after a landslide hit the Nepal-China border.&nbsp;"All efforts must be made to search for and rescue missing people inside and outside of the country," officials of the Chinese Communist Party's Politburo said at the meeting, according to Xinhua News Agency.&nbsp;"There are still many hidden dangers of glaciers, ice lakes and geological disasters in the surrounding area, and rescue is facing great difficulties," Xinhua reported the leaders saying, adding that China was considering emergency aid to Nepal and "international relief cooperation".&nbsp;Earlier today, the UK pledged £5 million to support relief efforts in Nepal, while China has organised emergency supplies and financial aid, the Chinese ambassador to Nepal said. The European Union also signalled it stands ready to provide further assistance, with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen indicating on X that additional European aid could be mobilised.&nbsp;India, meanwhile, has dispatched 10 metric tons of relief materials, including temporary shelters, blankets, hygiene kits, solar lamps and medicine. The US State Department has committed $500,000 in emergency relief funding and sent a disaster response adviser to the region to assist with recovery efforts.&nbsp;

Nepal warned people to move to higher ground Friday after a Tibet dam reportedly burst again, days after glacial flooding killed over 350. Police urged rescuers and locals to stay alert.


Nepal issued a warning on Friday (August 28) to move to higher ground after a dam upstream in Tibet was reported to have burst. This comes after two days of glacial collapse, which caused deadly flooding in Nepal, claiming the lives of over 450 people. "Information has been received that a water dam has burst again on the Tibetan side," police said in a statement. “All security personnel, rescue workers, and the general public deployed in rescue and relief operations are requested to remain alert and immediately move to a safe location/report the incident.” Also read: Nepal flood waters surge in UP: 3 bodies recovered as Gandak river gates opened Chinese President Xi Jinping chairs meeting Meanwhile, Chinese President Xi Jinping chairs a meeting on Tibet rescue operations with his top leaders on Friday, according to state media. The meeting comes two days after a landslide hit the Nepal-China border. "All efforts must be made to search for and rescue missing people inside and outside of the country," officials of the Chinese Communist Party's Politburo said at the meeting, according to Xinhua News Agency. "There are still many hidden dangers of glaciers, ice lakes and geological disasters in the surrounding area, and rescue is facing great difficulties," Xinhua reported the leaders saying, adding that China was considering emergency aid to Nepal and "international relief cooperation". Earlier today, the UK pledged £5 million to support relief efforts in Nepal, while China has organised emergency supplies and financial aid, the Chinese ambassador to Nepal said. The European Union also signalled it stands ready to provide further assistance, with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen indicating on X that additional European aid could be mobilised. India, meanwhile, has dispatched 10 metric tons of relief materials, including temporary shelters, blankets, hygiene kits, solar lamps and medicine. The US State Department has committed $500,000 in emergency relief funding and sent a disaster response adviser to the region to assist with recovery efforts.

Nepal warned people to move to higher ground Friday after a Tibet dam reportedly burst again, days after glacial flooding killed over 450. Police urged rescuers and locals to stay alert. &nbsp;

Dam burst reported in Tibet, Nepal warns rescuers to head to safety

Two people have been arrested for reportedly stealing gold earrings from the body of a deceased woman swept downstream during flooding in the Narayani River of Nepal. This comes amid the rescue operation following the catastrophic flash floods in a border area of China and Nepal. Both the accused were arrested after a video surfaced on social media showing the two individuals removing what are believed to be gold earrings from the dead body of a woman washed away during the flood. Resharing the 41-second clip, Nepal police confirmed that both the accused have been taken into custody for stealing the earrings. The footage captured both the men pulling the woman's body from the water using wooden boards and her hair to pull her out before taking her ears and setting them nearby. Later, Chitwan Police determined the body had been carried into the Narayani River by severe flooding.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">मृतकको कानको मुन्द्रा चोरी गर्ने व्यक्तिहरु नियन्त्रणमा लिएको सम्बन्धमा । <a href="https://t.co/pnPlnQPn9j">pic.twitter.com/pnPlnQPn9j</a>&mdash; Nepal Police (@NepalPoliceHQ) <a href="https://x.com/NepalPoliceHQ/status/2092950217138339990?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 27, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h3>Accused taken into custody</h3>Based on the video, authorities identified the two men as Madan Gurung, 25, and Umesh Chaudhary, 38. Both were taken into custody near Pokhara Bus Park in Bharatpur Metropolitan City-1 on Thursday, according to police cited by the Nepali outlet Khabarhub. Officials warned that theft or other inhumane conduct toward disaster victims would be met with zero tolerance. The case has surfaced during one of Nepal's worst flooding disasters in recent memory. Search-and-rescue crews continue combing through mud for over 1,400 people still unaccounted for after flash floods and landslides devastated the Nepal-Tibet border region; the confirmed death toll has climbed to at least 392, with some villages destroyed entirely. Across the border in Tibet, a massive mudslide on Wednesday buried a multi-level building at the Gyirong Port crossing and covered a bus lot, leaving mud deposits averaging more than 1.5 meters (about 5 feet) deep in nearby areas.

Officials warned that theft or other inhumane conduct toward disaster victims would be met with zero tolerance. The case has surfaced during one of Nepal's worst flooding disasters in recent memory.

Two people have been arrested for reportedly stealing gold earrings from the body of a deceased woman swept downstream during flooding in the Narayani River of Nepal. This comes amid the rescue operation following the catastrophic flash floods in a border area of China and Nepal. Both the accused were arrested after a video surfaced on social media showing the two individuals removing what are believed to be gold earrings from the dead body of a woman washed away during the flood. Resharing the 41-second clip, Nepal police confirmed that both the accused have been taken into custody for stealing the earrings. The footage captured both the men pulling the woman's body from the water using wooden boards and her hair to pull her out before taking her ears and setting them nearby. Later, Chitwan Police determined the body had been carried into the Narayani River by severe flooding.

Officials warned that theft or other inhumane conduct toward disaster victims would be met with zero tolerance. The case has surfaced during one of Nepal's worst flooding disasters in recent memory.

Caught on cam: Two arrested for stealing gold earrings from flood victim's body in Nepal

The devastating floods in Nepal have left thousands of families shattered, causing widespread destruction across the nation. The heartbreaking tragedy has sent shockwaves far beyond Nepal's borders, touching millions around the world. As video clips and images of the disaster continue to emerge, several Bollywood celebrities have stepped forward to express their grief, offer prayers, and stand in solidarity with the people affected by the natural disaster. From Sonu Sood to Kangana Ranaut, the film fraternity is mourning the immense loss and extending its support to those who are affected.<h3>Sonu Sood</h3>Bollywood actor and humanitarian Sonu Sood stepped forward to support people who were stranded or had lost family members in the massive flood on August 26. The actor took to his official X handle, promising food, shelter, and all possible assistance, and wrote, “Nepal, you are not alone. We are coming with food, shelter, and the strength to help you rebuild.”

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Nepal, you are not alone. We are coming with food, shelter and the strength to help you rebuild. 🇳🇵❤️&mdash; sonu sood (@SonuSood) <a href="https://x.com/SonuSood/status/2092626654804029785?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 26, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

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<h3>Manisha Koirala</h3>Nepal-born actress Manisha Koirala, who has been part of several Bollywood films, also shared heartbreaking images and videos of the floods on her Instagram story. While expressing her support, the actress paid tribute to those who lost their lives and asked her followers to pray for her homeland.&nbsp;

Manisha Koirala's story

<h3>Sanjay Dutt</h3>The Dhurandhar actor also offered condolences to the affected families. Dutt shared an Instagram story offering his thoughts, prayers, and support for everyone whose lives have been affected by the devastating flash floods in Nepal. In his social media story, Dutt also showed his support, saying, "I stand with you in this difficult time and will always be there to support you in whatever way I can."&nbsp;

Sanjay Dutt's story

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<h3>Farhan Akhtar</h3>Indian actor and filmmaker Farhan Akhtar extended his emotional support and showed solidarity with the victims of the devastating flash floods along the Nepal-Tibet border. Using his social media presence, Akhtar raised global awareness and shared helpline numbers for needy families and individuals.&nbsp;

Farhan Akhtar's story

<h3>Bhumi Pednekar</h3>Bhumi Pednekar also posted clips and images from the flood scene on social media, expressing her grief and solidarity with the victims of the devastating flash floods in Nepal. The actress also shared emergency helpline numbers in her Instagram story.&nbsp;

Bhumi Pednekar's story

<h3>Kangana Ranaut</h3>Kangana Ranaut also took to social media to write, “Beyond tragic… everyone is talking about Nepal but no one really knows the magnitude of the tragedy in China. Apparently, it started from China,” she wrote in a post on X. She shared a picture showing Sadhguru, who went live to say that around 80 pilgrims linked to the Isha Foundation were feared missing following a catastrophic flash flood near the Nepal-Tibet border.<h2>About Nepal Floods 2026</h2>Catastrophic flash floods struck northern Nepal on the morning of August 26, 2026, leading to the deaths of hundreds of people and leaving over a thousand missing. The affected districts are in the Nepal-Tibet border region, including Rasuwa, Nuwakot, and Dhading along the Trishuli River.&nbsp;It is reported that almost 389 people are confirmed dead in Nepal, and over 900 to 1,400 people remain missing or unaccounted for across the region.

The devastating floods in Nepal have brought several people from around the world, including Bollywood celebrities like Sonu Sood and Kangana Ranaut, to stand in solidarity with those affected.

The devastating floods in Nepal have left thousands of families shattered, causing widespread destruction across the nation. The heartbreaking tragedy has sent shockwaves far beyond Nepal's borders, touching millions around the world. As video clips and images of the disaster continue to emerge, several Bollywood celebrities have stepped forward to express their grief, offer prayers, and stand in solidarity with the people affected by the natural disaster. From Sonu Sood to Kangana Ranaut, the film fraternity is mourning the immense loss and extending its support to those who are affected. Sonu Sood Bollywood actor and humanitarian Sonu Sood stepped forward to support people who were stranded or had lost family members in the massive flood on August 26. The actor took to his official X handle, promising food, shelter, and all possible assistance, and wrote, “Nepal, you are not alone. We are coming with food, shelter, and the strength to help you rebuild.”

The devastating floods in Nepal have brought several people from around the world, including Bollywood celebrities like Sonu Sood and Kangana Ranaut, to stand in solidarity with those affected.

Nepal floods 2026: Sonu Sood, Manisha Koirala, Kangana Ranaut and other Bollywood celebs react to the devastating tragedy

Chinese authorities have warned that an artificial lake formed by a massive mudslide on the China-Nepal border is at "high risk" of breaching, raising fears of another surge of floodwater downstream as rescue teams continue searching for more than 1,400 missing people.State-run Xinhua reported late Thursday (Aug 27) that continued rainfall could push inflows into the newly formed lake to around 3 million cubic metres over the next three days."According to forecasts, inflows into the lake could reach about 3 million cubic meters over the next three days amid continued rainfall, increasing the risk of a breach that could send floodwaters downstream and potentially cause further damage in areas including Gyirong Port and elsewhere downstream," Xinhua reported.The warning adds a new layer of danger to a disaster that has already killed hundreds across the Nepal-Tibet border region.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/absolute-pain-sadhguru-breaks-down-as-80-pilgrims-remain-missing-after-nepal-floods-1787830539827">‘Absolute pain’: Sadhguru breaks down over missing pilgrims in Nepal floods</a><h2>'It is a giant graveyard': Death toll rises as rescue teams search through mud</h2>Rescue workers in Nepal continued digging through thick mud and debris on Thursday as the death toll rose to 392.Nepali police said 389 bodies had been recovered, while 910 people in Nepal remained out of contact, including 517 foreign tourists.The disaster swept away entire settlements, bridges, vehicles and other infrastructure in a sudden wall of water, ice and mud.A Nepali customs agent who survived after reaching higher ground in Timure described the destruction in stark terms."It is a giant graveyard," 35-year-old Omkar Joshi told AFP. "All that is left are sand and pebbles, soaked red by human blood."<h2>More missing in Tibet</h2>The disaster has also hit communities and travellers on the Chinese side of the border. Chinese state media reported that the mudslide at Gyirong Port in Tibet killed three people, while 558 people, including 260 foreigners, remain missing.China said nearly 800 emergency workers had been deployed, along with sniffer dogs and speed boats. Premier Li Qiang also visited the affected area on Thursday to oversee the relief operation.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/blankets-sleeping-bags-solar-lamps-and-more-list-of-things-india-sent-to-nepal-in-47-5-tonnes-of-humanitarian-aid-1787827243774">Blankets, sleeping bags, solar lamps, more: List of things India sent to Nepal</a><h2>Fresh flood fears after debris blocks the river</h2>The newly formed lake is adding urgency to the rescue operation. Experts have warned that huge amounts of debris remain lodged upstream along the Nepal-China border river, creating the possibility of another flood.Qianggong Zhang, who heads climate and environmental risks at the Kathmandu-based International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development, said authorities were already worried that another surge could occur.Nepal's Flood Forecasting Division issued a special notice on Thursday warning of the growing lake behind the landslide debris and urging people to remain extremely cautious.<h2>'Inland tsunami' struck the region</h2>The initial disaster has been described as resembling an inland tsunami. The US Geological Survey said the disaster was initially reported as a magnitude 4.4 earthquake but later analysis of seismic recordings indicated that it was actually caused by a glacial collapse and debris flow.

The tragic disaster on the Nepal-Tibet border has a dangerous new twist. China says a massive lake formed by a mudslide is at high risk of breaching as more rain is forecast, raising fears of another flood surge downstream.

Chinese authorities have warned that an artificial lake formed by a massive mudslide on the China-Nepal border is at "high risk" of breaching, raising fears of another surge of floodwater downstream as rescue teams continue searching for more than 1,400 missing people. State-run Xinhua reported late Thursday (Aug 27) that continued rainfall could push inflows into the newly formed lake to around 3 million cubic metres over the next three days. "According to forecasts, inflows into the lake could reach about 3 million cubic meters over the next three days amid continued rainfall, increasing the risk of a breach that could send floodwaters downstream and potentially cause further damage in areas including Gyirong Port and elsewhere downstream," Xinhua reported. The warning adds a new layer of danger to a disaster that has already killed hundreds across the Nepal-Tibet border region. Also read | ‘Absolute pain’: Sadhguru breaks down over missing pilgrims in Nepal floods 'It is a giant graveyard': Death toll rises as rescue teams search through mud Rescue workers in Nepal continued digging through thick mud and debris on Thursday as the death toll rose to 392. Nepali police said 389 bodies had been recovered, while 910 people in Nepal remained out of contact, including 517 foreign tourists. The disaster swept away entire settlements, bridges, vehicles and other infrastructure in a sudden wall of water, ice and mud. A Nepali customs agent who survived after reaching higher ground in Timure described the destruction in stark terms. "It is a giant graveyard," 35-year-old Omkar Joshi told AFP. "All that is left are sand and pebbles, soaked red by human blood." More missing in Tibet The disaster has also hit communities and travellers on the Chinese side of the border. Chinese state media reported that the mudslide at Gyirong Port in Tibet killed three people, while 558 people, including 260 foreigners, remain missing. China said nearly 800 emergency workers had been deployed, along with sniffer dogs and speed boats. Premier Li Qiang also visited the affected area on Thursday to oversee the relief operation. Also read | Blankets, sleeping bags, solar lamps, more: List of things India sent to Nepal Fresh flood fears after debris blocks the river The newly formed lake is adding urgency to the rescue operation. Experts have warned that huge amounts of debris remain lodged upstream along the Nepal-China border river, creating the possibility of another flood. Qianggong Zhang, who heads climate and environmental risks at the Kathmandu-based International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development, said authorities were already worried that another surge could occur. Nepal's Flood Forecasting Division issued a special notice on Thursday warning of the growing lake behind the landslide debris and urging people to remain extremely cautious. 'Inland tsunami' struck the region The initial disaster has been described as resembling an inland tsunami. The US Geological Survey said the disaster was initially reported as a magnitude 4.4 earthquake but later analysis of seismic recordings indicated that it was actually caused by a glacial collapse and debris flow.

The tragic disaster on the Nepal-Tibet border has a dangerous new twist. China says a massive lake formed by a mudslide is at high risk of breaching as more rain is forecast, raising fears of another flood surge downstream.

Nepal floods: China warns artificial lake formed after mudslide could breach, send more floodwaters downstream

Nepal has faced a devastating series of natural disasters over the years, from powerful earthquakes and deadly flash floods to landslides, glacial lake outbursts and extreme monsoon rains.

As the country confronts another major flood disaster along the Nepal-Tibet border, this report looks back at some of the most significant natural disasters to hit Nepal in recent years.

The latest disaster has sent shock waves across the region, with rescue teams racing against time as aid reaches some of the worst-hit areas. Flash floods and mudslides have damaged roads, bridges and homes, while families continue to wait for news of their loved ones.

The report looks back at the 2024 Rasuwa flash flood, triggered by a glacial lake outburst, which killed at least eight people and left dozens missing while also washing away the Nepal-China Friendship Bridge.

It also revisits the September 2024 floods and landslides, when extreme rainfall affected large parts of Nepal, including Kathmandu, with major river basins severely impacted.

In November 2023, a powerful earthquake struck Jajarkot, killing 154 people and injuring hundreds more, while damaging thousands of homes across western Nepal.

The timeline also includes the 2021 Melamchi floods, the devastating 2017 monsoon floods, and the catastrophic 2015 Nepal earthquake, one of the deadliest disasters in the country’s modern history.

Nepal’s Deadliest Natural Disasters: From Devastating Floods To The 2015 Earthquake | Full Timeline

Nepal’s devastating flood crisis could be far from over, with Chinese authorities warning of a potentially dangerous new flood threat near the China-Nepal border.

According to China’s Ministry of Water Resources, a significant barrier lake has formed near the confluence of the Chen Hola and Purapu Sangpo rivers in Nepal. Chinese state broadcaster CCTV reported that the lake contains an estimated 2 million cubic metres of water and is already overflowing.

Authorities warn that another 3 million cubic metres of water could enter the lake over the next three days, raising concerns about a possible breach. The coming 72 hours are therefore being closely monitored as officials assess the risk and prepare emergency response measures.

Chinese authorities say they are conducting flood simulations and analyzing potential breach scenarios. A sudden breach could send a powerful surge downstream, threatening communities already severely affected by the ongoing disaster.

Nepal Flood Crisis: China Warns Of Dangerous Barrier Lake Breach Risk | Critical 72 Hours Ahead

Nepal is reeling from a catastrophic natural disaster following a massive high-altitude glacial collapse and ice-rock avalanche near the Tibet border. The sudden surge sent a destructive wall of water, mud, and debris crashing down the Lhende, Bhote Koshi, and Trishuli river valleys, wiping out settlements, highways, bridges, and hydropower projects.


Nepal reels from devastating flash floods, several missing

Chinese state media, citing China’s Ministry of Water Resources, warns of an imminent catastrophic hazard along the China Nepal border. A massive barrier lake has formed near the confluence of the Chhochen Khola and Purepu Tsangpo rivers in Nepal, holding an estimated two million cubic meters of water. The lake is already overflowing. Over the next three days, an additional three million cubic meters of water is projected to surge into the basin, escalating the risk of a disastrous breach to critical levels.


Nepal braces for more catastrophic floods | 27 hours critical | China: lake could breach

Apocalyptic aerial images reveal the staggering devastation left by deadly floods in Nepal, with villages buried, roads destroyed and vast areas along the Nepal-Tibet border covered in mud and debris.

Apocalyptic aerial images reveal the staggering devastation left by deadly floods in Nepal, with villages buried, roads destroyed and vast areas along the Nepal-Tibet border covered in mud and debris.

Apocalyptic aerial images show devastation caused by deadly Nepal floods

High-resolution pre- and post-disaster satellite imagery—released by agencies like ISRO’s National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC) and Planet Labs—has revealed the catastrophic trigger behind the deadly flash floods in Nepal. The comparison shows that nearly two-thirds of a high-altitude glacier snout (at an elevation of about 5,200 meters near the Nepal-Tibet border) detached and collapsed.


Nepal floods: Pre & post-disaster satellite images show glacier breakage

Nepal was struck by a deadly disaster on Wednesday (Aug 26) after flash floods swallowed communities near the Tibetan border, resulting in widespread loss of life and damage to infrastructure. More than 165 people were killed in the catastrophic event, while hundreds of others still remain missing as rescuers race to save survivors. However, the nightmare may not be over yet for Nepal as experts warn of a second possible flash flood.The flood, which swept through the transboundary Lhende Khola and Bhote Koshi river systems in Rasuwa district, is suspected to have been caused by a massive ice-rock avalanche or a Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF) on the Tibetan side. Concerns have been raised that the debris left behind by the initial disaster could trigger another violent surge. As ice, mud and boulders crashed through narrow mountain valleys, they may have blocked sections of the river, creating unstable temporary dams.If water continues to build behind those blockages, their collapse could unleash another sudden “wall of water” downstream. The terrain offers little room for error. Deep Himalayan gorges can funnel floodwaters into narrow channels, dramatically increasing their speed and destructive force. The first surge also carried a huge load of sediment and boulders, creating powerful mudflows capable of ripping apart bridges and sweeping away heavy machinery.Rescue operations are being complicated by the same landscape. Helicopters face severe weather and difficult high-altitude conditions, while unstable water levels and thick sediment make landing increasingly risky.The flood struck near the Gyirong Port border crossing, destroying infrastructure and cutting power and communication links. Hundreds of travellers remain unaccounted for, including Indian pilgrims travelling towards the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra.Nepal’s Army, Armed Police Force and specialised teams are using drones, sniffer dogs and satellite equipment to search for survivors stranded on high ground.But the threat does not end at the border. The Bhote Koshi flows into the Trishuli and Narayani river systems, putting authorities in northern Bihar and Uttar Pradesh on alert.For rescuers, the clock is ticking. The Himalayas may still have another surge to send downstream.

Nepal’s deadly flash floods have killed over 165 people, but experts fear a second surge could strike as unstable debris dams upstream threaten to unleash another wall of water.

Nepal was struck by a deadly disaster on Wednesday (Aug 26) after flash floods swallowed communities near the Tibetan border, resulting in widespread loss of life and damage to infrastructure. More than 165 people were killed in the catastrophic event, while hundreds of others still remain missing as rescuers race to save survivors. However, the nightmare may not be over yet for Nepal as experts warn of a second possible flash flood. The flood, which swept through the transboundary Lhende Khola and Bhote Koshi river systems in Rasuwa district, is suspected to have been caused by a massive ice-rock avalanche or a Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF) on the Tibetan side. Concerns have been raised that the debris left behind by the initial disaster could trigger another violent surge. As ice, mud and boulders crashed through narrow mountain valleys, they may have blocked sections of the river, creating unstable temporary dams. If water continues to build behind those blockages, their collapse could unleash another sudden “wall of water” downstream. The terrain offers little room for error. Deep Himalayan gorges can funnel floodwaters into narrow channels, dramatically increasing their speed and destructive force. The first surge also carried a huge load of sediment and boulders, creating powerful mudflows capable of ripping apart bridges and sweeping away heavy machinery. Rescue operations are being complicated by the same landscape. Helicopters face severe weather and difficult high-altitude conditions, while unstable water levels and thick sediment make landing increasingly risky. The flood struck near the Gyirong Port border crossing, destroying infrastructure and cutting power and communication links. Hundreds of travellers remain unaccounted for, including Indian pilgrims travelling towards the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra. Nepal’s Army, Armed Police Force and specialised teams are using drones, sniffer dogs and satellite equipment to search for survivors stranded on high ground. But the threat does not end at the border. The Bhote Koshi flows into the Trishuli and Narayani river systems, putting authorities in northern Bihar and Uttar Pradesh on alert. For rescuers, the clock is ticking. The Himalayas may still have another surge to send downstream.

Nepal’s deadly flash floods have killed over 165 people, but experts fear a second surge could strike as unstable debris dams upstream threaten to unleash another wall of water.

Nepal to get hit by another deadly flood? Experts warn of second ‘wall of water’

Terrifying flash floods unleashed massive destruction across Nepal, sweeping away roads, bridges and homes. Shocking visuals show raging floodwaters tearing through entire communities within seconds. It has also been reported that the floods have been caused by glacier breakage. 

Nepal Flood: Nepal devastation puts focus back on glacial lake outburst floods

Terrifying flash floods unleashed massive destruction across Nepal, sweeping away roads, bridges and homes.
Shocking visuals show raging floodwaters tearing through entire communities within seconds.
The disaster has left over 150 people dead, with rescue teams racing against time to find survivors.
Authorities fear the toll could rise as flood-hit regions remain cut off and devastated.

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