Bhote Koshi Flood: 1,252 bodies recovered so far as search efforts continue
Summary
Nepal Police says 1,252 bodies have been recovered so far after the devastating Bhote Koshi floods in Rasuwa, while search efforts continue for 4,875 missing people. Officials have collected DNA samples, buried 897 bodies, and deployed 7,912 personnel for rescue and relief operations across affected districts.
Key Points
- 1,252 bodies have been recovered so far from the Bhote Koshi flood disaster, including bodies found in several districts and 18 handed over from India.
- Nepal Police says DNA samples have been collected and 897 bodies have already been managed and securely buried.
- Police are still searching for 4,875 missing people and have deployed 7,912 personnel for rescue, relief distribution and body management.
- 3,126 people are staying at holding centers while families in flood-risk areas are being moved to safer locations.
