Nepal Floods: Four South Africans still missing as death toll exceeds 155

A devastating flash flood and mudslide along the Nepal-Tibet border has resulted in over 155 deaths, with the death toll continuing to rise. The disaster struck a popular trekking and pilgrimage destination, causing widespread destruction to infrastructure. Initially, over 300 tourists were reported missing, but this number has since increased to more than 400.

Among those still unaccounted for are four South Africans, over 30 Australians, more than 100 Indian nationals, over 50 Americans, over 30 Britons, and over 100 Nepali citizens linked to trekking agencies. Over 40 people have sustained injuries and are receiving medical treatment. Rescue and recovery operations are ongoing, but difficult conditions, including damaged roads, unstable terrain, and swollen rivers, are impeding progress.

Emergency teams are battling to access remote areas cut off by the flood. Authorities on both sides of the border are using helicopters and specialized rescue teams, but the likelihood of finding more survivors diminishes as time passes. The number of fatalities is expected to increase as rescue workers gain access to affected regions.

Families in multiple countries anxiously await news about loved ones still missing. The South African government has not yet released an official statement regarding the four missing citizens or their involvement in the rescue efforts.