At least 162 people have died and over 750 are missing following flash floods triggered by an avalanche and subsequent overflow of the Bhotekoshi River along the Nepal-Tibet border. The flooding, which began around 9 am on Wednesday, impacted regions in northern Nepal and areas of Tibet, sweeping away buildings and disrupting travel. Authorities report that among the missing are 142 Indian nationals, as well as citizens from the US, UK, Australia, Malaysia, and Ukraine.
The floods were caused by an avalanche that led to the Bhotekoshi River overflowing, sending waves of water and mud through communities. China’s Xinhua News Agency reported 558 people missing in Tibet due to mudslides caused by a glacial collapse. The Indian Embassy in Nepal has provided emergency contact numbers (+977 985 131 6807, +977 970 910 7500) for assistance related to affected Indian nationals.
While confirmed deaths stand at 162, the total number of missing remains fluid, with reports varying across outlets. Some sources indicate over 400 missing, while others report numbers exceeding 750. The situation is complicated by the remote location and ongoing search and rescue efforts. The fate of many foreign tourists, workers, and security personnel remains unknown. The extent of the damage and the full impact on local communities are still being assessed, and the search for survivors continues.
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