'OMG, OMG!' Villagers run for life as flash flood chases them after swallowing bridge
A devastating flash flood swept through communities along the Nepal-China border, claiming at least 162 lives and leaving hundreds more missing. The disaster struck with incredible speed, causing roads, bridges and vital transportation routes to be washed away. Villagers were captured on video fleeing for safety as massive waves of mud and debris overtook their communities.
At least 403 people, including 341 foreigners, were reported missing, with several nationalities represented among the missing. Nepal has appealed for international assistance from India and China as they continue searching for survivors and evaluating the extent of the damage.
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