A powerful flash flood struck Nepal's Nuwakot district on August 26, 2026, killing at least 95 people and leaving hundreds missing. Rescuers used heavy machinery to extract victims from the Trishuli River, where the floodwaters swept away homes and infrastructure.
Authorities reported over 400 people, including 341 foreigners, as missing in the initial assessment. Later updates from Nepal's government stated 162 deaths and hundreds of missing persons, with the disaster affecting districts of Rasuwa and Nuwakot.
New analyses suggest the flood may have been triggered by a glacial lake outburst, a growing risk in mountainous regions. The sudden rise in water levels caused widespread destruction, with buildings buried in mud and roads washed away.
Emergency teams continue search and rescue operations, while local communities face the challenge of rebuilding in the aftermath of the disaster. The incident highlights the increasing vulnerability of high-altitude regions to extreme weather events.
