Nepal-China Border Flash Flood Death Toll Hits 160, Hundreds Missing
The death toll from flash floods along the Nepal-China border has reached 160, with nearly 300 foreign tourists among hundreds still missing.
The death toll from flash floods along the Nepal-China border has reached 160. Hundreds of people, including nearly 300 foreign tourists, are still missing.
A mudslide and flash flood occurred on the Himalayan border of Nepal and China's Tibet, causing widespread destruction. Houses, roads, and power projects were washed away in Nepal.
According to a survivor, Keshav Prasad Baral, a huge gush of mud swept away his wife, and he was later rescued by helicopter. Another survivor reported being saved by clinging to a mango tree as his workplace was destroyed. The Daily Maverick reports that authorities on both sides fear far higher casualties and massive destruction.
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