Rescue workers in Nepal and China continue their efforts to locate thousands of people missing after catastrophic flash floods swept through the Himalayan region. The death toll has risen to 626, with over 2,500 people still unaccounted for. Thick mud and difficult terrain have slowed operations, making it hard for teams to reach affected communities.
Helicopters have been used to transport stranded residents to safety, while ground teams work to pull survivors from devastated areas. In some regions, rescuers have had to rappel into damaged checkpoints on the Chinese side of the border. The situation remains dire, with families waiting anxiously at relief centers for news of their loved ones.
International aid organizations, including the Gift of the Givers, are on standby to assist with relief efforts. Despite the challenges, rescue operations continue as teams strive to save lives and assess the full scale of the disaster. The search for missing individuals remains a top priority in the ongoing crisis.
