At least 22 killed, hundreds missing after avalanche triggers deadly floods in Nepal
UDIN DHUNGA, Nepal — Massive flash floods in Nepal on Wednesday killed at least 22 people and left hundreds of tourists, workers and others missing while causing widespread damage to villages and infrastructure. Officials said 384 tourists, including 291 from countries such as India, the United States, the United Kingdom and Malaysia, were reported missing. The Bhotekoshi River flooded around 9…
On Wednesday, Nepal experienced devastating flash floods resulting in at least 22 fatalities and hundreds of people reported missing. The Bhotekoshi River overflowed around 9 a.m., causing significant destruction to villages, roads, and hydropower projects. Spokesperson Sasmit Pokharel appealed to India and China for assistance in the rescue operation.
The worst-affected region was Nuwakot district, where numerous multistory buildings, trucks, and vans were buried beneath thick layers of mud. Authorities have urged residents in multiple districts to avoid the banks of the Bhotekoshi, Trishuli, and Narayani rivers.
Nepal Tourism Board officials reported that the majority of the missing individuals are likely tourists from India and the Indian diaspora, who were on a pilgrimage to Mount Kailash in China.
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