A catastrophic flash flood in Nepal has left at least 350 people dead, with over 1,500 missing, according to the country’s disaster authority. The flood, which struck the Himalayan region near the border with Tibet, was triggered by heavy rainfall that caused a lake to form and rise dangerously. Officials warned that the lake is at risk of bursting, potentially worsening the crisis.
Among those missing are two Irish nationals, as confirmed by local reports. The death toll is expected to rise as rescue efforts continue. Rescue helicopters have been deployed to search for survivors, but access remains difficult due to the remote and mountainous terrain.
The flood has devastated communities, with many families still unaccounted for. Local authorities have called for more aid and resources to support the affected areas. The situation remains critical, with ongoing efforts to locate the missing and provide emergency assistance.
The disaster highlights the vulnerability of mountainous regions to extreme weather events. As the search continues, the focus remains on finding survivors and assessing the full scale of the tragedy.
