Death toll rises to 270 in Nepal
In its latest update on social media, Nepal police says 270 bodies have now been recovered from areas affected by Wednesday’s floods. Nearly 100 Chinese nationals remain missing in Nepal, China says About 100 Chinese nationals are reported to be missing following flash floods in Nepal, according to China’s foreign ministry spokesperson Lin Jian. Lin […]
Nepal's death toll has risen to 270 after floods hit the country on Wednesday, according to the latest update from the national disaster authority. Nearly 100 Chinese nationals are still missing in Nepal, with China pledging to provide emergency assistance. The death toll in Tibet's Gyirong county has increased to 558, which includes 260 foreign nationals.
A Chinese tour guide described their harrowing escape from the mudslide, noting that a loud rumbling sound indicated the disaster was imminent. The Red Cross chief in Nepal noted that the situation remains "extreme" with many areas inaccessible due to landmines and damaged infrastructure. The Isha Foundation, a spiritual group, reported that 77 of its members were missing after their pilgrimage was cut short.
Nine UK nationals are also missing after crossing the Nepal-Tibet border while on a pilgrimage to Mount Kailash. More than 30 Indian pilgrims remain missing, according to a tour operator. The Nepal Tourism Board reported that 644 tourists remain out of contact, including 178 Indians, 127 Nepalis, 53 Ukrainians, 51 Malaysians, 65 Americans, 35 Australians, and 33 UK nationals.
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