At Least 95 Dead and Hundreds Missing After Flash Floods Hit Nepal-Tibet Border
Overflowing transboundary river destroys key infrastructure and leaves hundreds of tourists unaccounted for.
Severe flash floods triggered by surging mud and debris have devastated the mountainous border zone separating Nepal and Tibet, leaving at least 95 people confirmed dead and hundreds of others unaccounted for. Local authorities report that those missing include more than 380 tourists. The destruction occurred when a transboundary river overflowed its banks, sending surges of water and sediment through surrounding settlements. Across affected areas in Nepal, floodwaters demolished essential infrastructure, destroying homes, roadways, bridges, and power generation facilities. Local officials in Tibet expressed grave concerns, stating that major casualties are expected in their territory as well. Emergency services continue to monitor the situation, while regional authorities warned that nearby districts in India could also encounter elevated risks as the disaster unfolds.
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