Nepal flood death toll rises to 1,355, nearly 5,000 unaccounted for
Summary
Nepal’s confirmed flood death toll has climbed to 1,355, with 4,996 people still unaccounted for after catastrophic flash floods in the north. Rescue teams have evacuated more than 13,000 people as restoration work continues across badly affected districts.
Key Points
- The confirmed death toll from the late-August flash floods in northern Nepal has reached 1,355, with 4,996 people still missing.
- The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority says bodies were recovered from eight districts, with Chitwan, Nawalparasi East and Nawalparasi West recording the highest fatalities.
- More than 13,000 people have been rescued, over 21,000 security personnel remain deployed, and helicopters have made nearly 1,500 flights for relief and evacuation.
- Electricity and mobile networks are being restored in several districts, but damaged roads and difficult terrain continue to hinder relief operations.
