Nepal Police's unrelenting search and rescue works after August 26 disaster
Summary
Nepal Police has mobilized 7,912 personnel in response to the August 26 Bhotekoshi flash flood, rescuing 6,853 people while 5,015 remain missing. The force is also using drones, trained dogs, DNA profiling, and special coordination centers to support search, relief, and rehabilitation efforts.
Key Points
- Nepal Police has deployed 7,912 personnel for search, rescue, relief distribution and rehabilitation after the August 26 disaster.
- Police say 6,853 affected people have been rescued, while 5,015 remain missing and 1,351 search requests have been received.
- Drones, trained dogs, a missing-help desk, and DNA profiling are being used to speed up search operations and identify bodies.
- The force is also monitoring possible criminal activity, misinformation, and violence risks in disaster-hit areas.
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