Greenpeace calls Nepal floods a humanitarian disaster, urges stronger climate action
Summary
Greenpeace South Asia has called the Bhotekoshi flood and mudslide in Rasuwa a humanitarian disaster, urging urgent rescue, shelter and recovery efforts for affected communities. It warned that worsening climate change is increasing the risk of extreme disasters across the Himalayas and beyond Nepal's borders.
Key Points
- Greenpeace South Asia described the Bhotekoshi flood and mudslide in Rasuwa as a humanitarian disaster.
- The organisation said rescue efforts must prioritize missing people, shelter, food, clean water and healthcare for affected communities.
- It warned that climate change is worsening disaster risks in the Himalayas and could also affect downstream areas in India.
- Greenpeace urged governments to strengthen disaster preparedness, climate resilience and the shift away from fossil fuels.
