A devastating mudslide and flash flood along the Nepal-Tibet border has left 558 people missing, with at least 162 confirmed dead, according to Chinese state broadcaster CCTV. The disaster struck near Gyirong, a border town in Tibet, and affected both Chinese and Nepalese territories. The death toll in Nepal has reached at least 157, while three people are confirmed dead in China.
Among the missing are 260 foreign nationals, primarily tourists, according to Chinese authorities. The flood, triggered by a glacier collapse, unleashed a powerful flow of water and debris that swept through the region. Rescue operations are ongoing, but access is difficult due to blocked roads and heavy rainfall.
Local authorities in both countries are working to assess the full scale of the disaster. Some reports suggest the death toll could rise further. The incident has raised concerns about the region’s vulnerability to extreme weather events.
International aid organizations are monitoring the situation, but the remote location and challenging conditions are slowing relief efforts. The disaster highlights the growing risks posed by climate change in the Himalayan region.
