Two Irish tourists are still missing after devastating floods hit Nepal, according to local authorities. Spandan Sahu, 18, and Santosh Sahu, 46, were last seen in the affected region but have not been located. The Department of Tourism confirmed they are unaccounted for, as rescue teams struggle with the scale of the disaster.
Nepal’s floods have already claimed over 469 lives, with rescue operations ongoing in the hardest-hit areas. The situation remains critical, with many families still missing and infrastructure severely damaged. The Irish embassy in Kathmandu has been contacted, but no official confirmation of the tourists’ whereabouts has been released.
The floods, triggered by heavy monsoon rains, have caused widespread destruction across the country. Emergency services are working around the clock to reach stranded individuals, though the remote terrain and ongoing rainfall continue to hinder efforts.
The incident highlights the growing risks faced by tourists in mountainous regions during the monsoon season. As the death toll rises, international attention is turning to Nepal’s preparedness for such natural disasters.
