Death toll from Bhotekoshi flood climbs to 1,293; 4798 remain missing
Summary
The death toll from the Bhotekoshi flash flood has climbed to 1,293, while 4,798 people remain missing. Police say 8,197 people have been rescued alive and DNA samples are being collected to identify the deceased.
Key Points
- Bodies of 1,293 people killed in the Bhotekoshi flash flood have been recovered so far.
- Police say 4,798 people are still missing and 8,197 people have been rescued alive.
- DNA samples from 1,143 deceased people and 711 relatives have been collected to help identify the victims.
- A total of 926 bodies have been buried safely, according to Nepal Police Headquarters.
