Bhote Koshi flood: Death toll reaches 1,384 as search and rescue operations continue
Summary
The death toll from the Bhote Koshi flood has climbed to 1,384 as rescue teams continue searching for 4,089 missing people across multiple districts. Nepal Police has collected more than 3,000 DNA samples and published details of unidentified bodies to help families identify the dead.
Key Points
- The Bhote Koshi flood death toll has reached 1,384, with Chitwan recording the highest number of recovered bodies.
- Police and emergency responders are continuing search, rescue, relief, and identification work across several affected districts.
- Nepal Police has collected 3,065 DNA samples and published details of 1,334 unidentified bodies on its website.
- A total of 4,089 people remain missing, while 2,711 displaced survivors are staying in temporary holding centers.
