Nepal's death toll from glacier collapse and flood exceeds 1,000
The scale of the Aug. 26 disaster is hampering rescue efforts, with landslides and destroyed roads cutting off remote areas.
The death toll from a catastrophic flood and glacier collapse in Nepal has surpassed 1,000, according to the latest updates from authorities. Over 3,900 people remain missing, including 583 foreign nationals, while China reported 16 deaths and 546 missing, including 261 foreigners. Rescue efforts have been hampered by landslides, destroyed roads, and widespread damage, making it difficult to reach remote areas.
In Nepal, about 900 workers are missing from 12 hydropower projects, with roughly 500 believed to be trapped in tunnels. China's rescue crews, aided by search dogs, searched debris-filled tunnels and gaps among rocks and debris for signs of life. At least 11,814 people have been rescued so far. Nepal's Prime Minister emphasized the need to address the increasing risks of disasters caused by climate change.
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Also reported by 2 other outlets
- After Nepal’s catastrophic flood, scientists watch for what comes next channelnewsasia.com
- Glacier collapse at 8.37am, alert at 9.15: Why Nepal sent disaster warning 38 mins late timesofindia.indiatimes.com
