Death toll from Nepal-China floods rises to 804
The death toll from catastrophic flash floods along the Nepal-China border has surpassed 800, as fresh warnings of floods and landslides are issued.
Catastrophic flash floods along the Nepal-China border have claimed more than 800 lives, with the death toll continuing to rise. Nepalese authorities have recovered 788 bodies, while China has reported 16 fatalities in Tibet, bringing the overall death count to 804. Over 3,000 individuals remain missing, including a significant number of foreigners.
A landslide has obstructed a major highway connecting Kathmandu to southern Nepal, raising fears of supply shortages as rescue operations persist. The affected highway is situated adjacent to a river that has breached its banks, serving as a crucial transportation route between the capital and the southern region of Nepal.
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