Nepal continues to battle the devastating aftermath of the August 26 glacial collapse and flash floods, with the death toll surpassing 1,300 and thousands still missing. Rescue teams are searching through debris, damaged settlements and hydropower tunnels for survivors.

In a major breakthrough, a Chinese national was rescued alive after spending 10 days trapped inside a hydropower tunnel at the Upper Trishuli-1 project. He was found around 225 metres inside the tunnel and was reported to have stable vital signs, though he showed signs of mild hypothermia.

A 64-year-old woman, Chandika Shrestha, was also rescued alive after 11 days after being buried beneath debris in Nuwakot. The dramatic rescues have renewed hopes that other missing people could still be alive.

NEPAL FLOODS | 1,300+ Dead, Thousands Missing As Rescuers Search Flooded Tunnels

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

Monsoon has arrived in South Asia and in Bangladesh it is spelling flood. The country has not seen such heavy rains in almost 10 years with one-third of Bangladesh already underwater.

At least 4 million people have been affected but the skies are not yet done. The village of Sunamganj is inundated and there is water as far the eye can see. The watery horizon mirrors the eyes of the distressed villagers.

"Both people and cattle are suffering... many people had to run to the shelters leaving their homes," Jamir Shikder, a villager, said.

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The suffering is overflowing across Bangladesh. In Lalmornirhat, the villagers are trying to save whatever little remains of their rice and corn crops. The monsoon has rained over their hardwork and the the water has gushed into their homes.

"All our houses and furnitures went under water. We are really suffering," Abdul Monaf, a shopkeeper lamented.

The two main rivers flowing through Bangladesh are already swollen with the&nbsp;Brahmaputra almost 40 centimetres higher than normal even as the Ganga is roaring. It is only a matter of time before it bursts the banks, the water could flood 40 per cent of Bangladesh.&nbsp;Experts say this is the worst case scenario. So far, 15,000 people have fled severely-affected areas. It is the same scenario across the submerged border.

"The cooking ovens have been flooded. even our beds are underwater. How can we cook in this situation?" There is no easy answer to this question.

Floods have also displaced more than 2 million people in northeastern India with at least 77 people having lost their lives in Assam. Nepal too has been overwhelmed by the monsoon rains as floods and landslides have killed at least 50 people and 300 others have been displaced.

Floods are not uncommon in these parts of South Asia. Bangladesh alone is criss-crossed by 230 rivers. It shares 53 rivers with India and with the Wuhan virus already raining over the world, floods were the last thing the people of Bangladesh needed this year but the dark clouds have unleashed an omenous spell and officials say it is going to be the worst flood of the decade.

Monsoon has arrived in South Asia and in Bangladesh it is spelling flood. The country has not seen such heavy rains in almost 10 years with one-third of Bangladesh already underwater.

Monsoon has arrived in South Asia and in Bangladesh it is spelling flood. The country has not seen such heavy rains in almost 10 years with one-third of Bangladesh already underwater. At least 4 million people have been affected but the skies are not yet done. The village of Sunamganj is inundated and there is water as far the eye can see. The watery horizon mirrors the eyes of the distressed villagers. "Both people and cattle are suffering... many people had to run to the shelters leaving their homes," Jamir Shikder, a villager, said. The suffering is overflowing across Bangladesh. In Lalmornirhat, the villagers are trying to save whatever little remains of their rice and corn crops. The monsoon has rained over their hardwork and the the water has gushed into their homes. "All our houses and furnitures went under water. We are really suffering," Abdul Monaf, a shopkeeper lamented. The two main rivers flowing through Bangladesh are already swollen with the Brahmaputra almost 40 centimetres higher than normal even as the Ganga is roaring. It is only a matter of time before it bursts the banks, the water could flood 40 per cent of Bangladesh. Experts say this is the worst case scenario. So far, 15,000 people have fled severely-affected areas. It is the same scenario across the submerged border. "The cooking ovens have been flooded. even our beds are underwater. How can we cook in this situation?" There is no easy answer to this question. Floods have also displaced more than 2 million people in northeastern India with at least 77 people having lost their lives in Assam. Nepal too has been overwhelmed by the monsoon rains as floods and landslides have killed at least 50 people and 300 others have been displaced. Floods are not uncommon in these parts of South Asia. Bangladesh alone is criss-crossed by 230 rivers. It shares 53 rivers with India and with the Wuhan virus already raining over the world, floods were the last thing the people of Bangladesh needed this year but the dark clouds have unleashed an omenous spell and officials say it is going to be the worst flood of the decade.

Floods ravage Bangladesh as monsoon arrives in South Asia

At least 23 people have died in landslides caused by incessant rains in western Nepal on Saturday. Watch this video to know more.

Heavy rains trigger landslides in Nepal, At least 23 people died

At least 54&nbsp;people have been killed and several others missing as floods and landslides triggered by incessant rains wreaked havoc in Nepal displacing thousands of people. 
 
Scores of houses and some bridges have been swept away in several parts of the country as heavy monsoon rains have swelled rivers, posing a threat of massive flooding and causing panic among the local population. 
 
Thousands of people have been displaced and hundreds of houses have been waterlogged after floodwaters gushed into their settlements. 
 
Many of the deceased were earthquake victims who were living in a quake-damaged house after repair, police said. 
 
Tens of thousands of Nepalese are still living in tents following the last year&#39;s devastating earthquakes that killed nearly 9,000 people. 
Pyuthan is among the 14 worst-hit districts where at least 26&nbsp;people were killed. 
 
In Gulmi, separate incidents of landslide have claimed at least seven lives, while five houses and three bridges have been washed away. 
 
A swollen Tinau river destroyed a suspension bridge at Butwal-13. Around 6,000 people are at risk. 
 
Flooded Mechi river has swept away an embankment on the Indian side. After the incident, Naksalbari, Panitanki and other Indian markets have been waterlogged, said police. 
 
Water levels were close to dangerous levels in Saptakoshi, Narayani rivers. 
 
Water flow in the Saptakoshi river has crossed this year&#39;s highest mark after continuous rainfall for the past 10 days. 
 
Water flow in the river was measured at 277,410 cusec yesterday morning, the highest for this year. Thirty-seven of the 56 floodgates have been opened. 
 
Water levels at Narayani river have also crossed the danger mark. Local administration has mobilised security personnel to warn people living near the river. 
 
The government has launched rescue and relief operations in 14 of Nepal&#39;s 75 districts that have been affected by the floods. 
 
Soldiers and volunteers used rubber boats to rescue people marooned by the flooding, while helicopters were being used to drop food supplies.&nbsp; 
 
(PTI) 
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A sudden rise in water levels in rivers across the country has prompted evacuations in multiple districts

At least 54 people have been killed and several others missing as floods and landslides triggered by incessant rains wreaked havoc in Nepal displacing thousands of people. Scores of houses and some bridges have been swept away in several parts of the country as heavy monsoon rains have swelled rivers, posing a threat of massive flooding and causing panic among the local population. Thousands of people have been displaced and hundreds of houses have been waterlogged after floodwaters gushed into their settlements. Many of the deceased were earthquake victims who were living in a quake-damaged house after repair, police said. Tens of thousands of Nepalese are still living in tents following the last year's devastating earthquakes that killed nearly 9,000 people. Pyuthan is among the 14 worst-hit districts where at least 26 people were killed. In Gulmi, separate incidents of landslide have claimed at least seven lives, while five houses and three bridges have been washed away. A swollen Tinau river destroyed a suspension bridge at Butwal-13. Around 6,000 people are at risk. Flooded Mechi river has swept away an embankment on the Indian side. After the incident, Naksalbari, Panitanki and other Indian markets have been waterlogged, said police. Water levels were close to dangerous levels in Saptakoshi, Narayani rivers. Water flow in the Saptakoshi river has crossed this year's highest mark after continuous rainfall for the past 10 days. Water flow in the river was measured at 277,410 cusec yesterday morning, the highest for this year. Thirty-seven of the 56 floodgates have been opened. Water levels at Narayani river have also crossed the danger mark. Local administration has mobilised security personnel to warn people living near the river. The government has launched rescue and relief operations in 14 of Nepal's 75 districts that have been affected by the floods. Soldiers and volunteers used rubber boats to rescue people marooned by the flooding, while helicopters were being used to drop food supplies. (PTI)

At least 54 killed, 28 missing in floods, landslides in Nepal