Two Irish nationals are among the hundreds missing after deadly floods hit Nepal, according to the country’s Department of Tourism. Spandan Sahu, 18, and his father Santosh Sahu, 46, are unaccounted for following the disaster. The flood, which struck the region, has left over 500 people dead and nearly 2,000 missing. The Department of Foreign Affairs in Ireland has confirmed awareness of the missing men and is closely monitoring the situation.
Search and rescue efforts are ongoing as authorities work to locate the two Irish citizens. Local officials have described the situation as extremely challenging, with many areas still under water and access limited. The floods, which occurred in the early hours of the morning, were triggered by heavy rainfall in the region.
The Irish Examiner reported that the names of the missing men have been officially confirmed. The families of the victims are in shock, with one brother describing the situation as “still in shock.” The government has urged patience as operations continue.
The disaster has highlighted the vulnerability of the region to extreme weather events. Officials are now focusing on recovery efforts while continuing the search for the missing.
