More countries join Nepal flood rescue efforts
Summary
Nepal is increasingly relying on foreign governments for rescue, forensic identification and specialised equipment after the August 26 Bhotekoshi disaster. India, China, Singapore, Australia and several other countries have sent teams, supplies and technology as the search continues for thousands missing and the dead are identified.
Key Points
- Nepal has recovered 903 bodies from the Bhotekoshi disaster areas, while around 4,200 people remain unaccounted for and more than 10,000 have been rescued.
- India and China have sent tunnel-rescue teams, while India has also deployed forensic experts for DNA identification of the dead in Kathmandu.
- Singapore, South Korea, Australia and several other countries are contributing personnel, drones, humanitarian supplies and financial aid.
- Nepal has requested LiDAR equipment, Bailey bridges, high-capacity drones and other specialised support as it prepares for recovery and reconstruction.
