Nepal flood toll rises to 1,252 as at least 4,216 remain unaccounted for
Summary
The death toll from catastrophic floods in Nepal has climbed to 1,252, with at least 4,216 people still unaccounted for. Rescue teams have evacuated more than 11,900 people as relief, medical care and telecom restoration continue across the disaster zone.
Key Points
- The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority says 1,252 people have died in the floods and 4,216 remain missing.
- Chitwan has recorded the highest death toll, followed by Nawalparasi East, Nawalparasi West, Nuwakot and Rasuwa.
- More than 21,000 security personnel are involved in search, rescue and relief operations, with over 11,900 people rescued so far.
- Telecom services are being restored, while thousands of displaced people remain in temporary shelters.
