85 Americans Still Missing After Nepal Floods, US State Department Says
Summary
Around 85 Americans remain missing after devastating floods struck remote areas of Nepal’s Himalayas, the US State Department said. Nepal’s government says more than 2,500 people are missing and 781 have died, with major damage reported in Rasuwa, Nuwakot, Dhading and Gorkha.
Key Points
- Around 85 Americans are still missing after the floods in Nepal’s Himalayan regions, according to the US State Department.
- Nepal government officials say more than 2,500 people are missing and 781 have died in the disaster.
- The floods and hail caused extensive damage in Rasuwa, Nuwakot, Dhading and Gorkha.
- US State Department spokesperson Tommy Pigott said nine Americans have been rescued and no American deaths have been confirmed.
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