In Pictures: Nepal observes National Mourning Day
Summary
Nepal observed a national day of mourning on Monday as the death toll from devastating flash floods and landslides rose to 1,355, with nearly 5,000 people still missing. People lit candles at Basantapur Durbar Square in Kathmandu during a vigil for the victims.
Key Points
- Nepal marked a national day of mourning for victims of devastating flash floods and landslides.
- The disaster death toll has reached 1,355, with nearly 5,000 people still missing.
- More than 13,000 people have been rescued by authorities.
- People lit candles at Basantapur Durbar Square in Kathmandu during a vigil.
