A magnitude 5 earthquake struck Tibet as catastrophic flash floods in Nepal claimed over 389 lives, according to the latest toll. The disaster, triggered by heavy rains, caused rivers to overflow and form dangerous lakes that are now rising and at risk of bursting. Nepal’s disaster authority warned of potential further flooding, complicating rescue efforts.
International citizens are among the missing, with at least two Irish nationals, Santosh Sahu and Spandan Sahu, listed as unaccounted for. Australian authorities reported 350 people rescued from a tunnel, but hundreds remain missing, including around 35 Australians. U.S. Officials confirmed about 90 American citizens are still unaccounted for.
Rescue operations continue as teams work to extract survivors from flooded areas. The situation remains critical, with fears that bursting lakes could cause additional devastation. Emergency services are prioritizing both immediate relief and long-term recovery efforts.
The scale of the disaster has raised concerns about the region’s vulnerability to extreme weather events. Officials are urging caution as the situation remains fluid and unpredictable.
