A flood in the Himalayas has left at least 165 people confirmed dead and more than 1,300 missing across Nepal and China's Tibet region, with officials warning the toll will climb.
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Key facts
- At least 165 people have been confirmed dead, according to Al Jazeera.
- Officials expect the death toll to rise.
- CNBC reported nearly 1,500 people are missing across Nepal and China's Tibet.
- At least 800 of those missing are foreigners, authorities said.
More than 1,300 people are missing across Nepal and China after a flood struck the Himalayas, according to reports published on 27 August 2026. Authorities have confirmed at least 165 deaths and warned the toll is expected to rise.
According to Al Jazeera, officials expect the number of confirmed dead to increase.
CNBC reported that nearly 1,500 people are missing across Nepal and China’s Tibet region. Among those unaccounted for are at least 800 foreigners, authorities said on Thursday.
The disaster spans both Nepal and the Tibet region of China. The sources did not specify the locations, cause or circumstances of the flood in further detail, nor the nationalities of those missing.
Why it matters
With at least 165 confirmed dead and more than 1,300 people still missing, including hundreds of foreigners, the humanitarian stakes are high. Key details, including the cause of the flood and the fate of those unaccounted for, remain unknown.
Frequently asked questions
How many people have died in the Himalayan flood?
At least 165 people have been confirmed dead, according to Al Jazeera, and officials expect the toll to rise.
How many people are missing after the flood?
CNBC reported that nearly 1,500 people are missing across Nepal and China's Tibet region, including at least 800 foreigners.
Which areas were affected by the flood?
The flood affected Nepal and China's Tibet region, according to the reporting.
Timeline
- Nearly 1,500 missing in Nepal and China after devastating Himalaya flood
CNBC Top News: Nearly 1,500 people, including at least 800 foreigners, are missing across Nepal and China's Tibet, authorities said on Thursday.
- More than 1,300 missing in Nepal and China after deadly Himalayan flood
Al Jazeera: At least 165 people have been confirmed dead and officials expect the toll to rise.