Flash floods struck Nepal and Chinese-held Tibet on Wednesday, washing away communities, with Nepal officials reporting a rising death toll and about 2,500 people missing across both areas, according to NPR.
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Key facts
- Flash floods struck Nepal and Tibet on Wednesday, washing away communities, NPR reported.
- Nepal officials say the death toll continues to rise.
- About 2,500 people are reported missing across both areas.
- Tibet is held by China.
Flash floods that hit Nepal and neighbouring Tibet on Wednesday washed away communities, according to NPR. Nepal officials say the death toll continues to rise.
About 2,500 people are missing across both affected areas, NPR reported. Tibet is held by China.
A final count of the dead has not been reported. The extent of casualties and the progress of any rescue or recovery efforts were not detailed in available reporting.
Why it matters
With about 2,500 people reported missing across Nepal and Tibet, the full scale of the disaster remains unclear. Because the flooding affected areas on both sides of an international border, the response spans more than one jurisdiction.
Frequently asked questions
How many people are missing after the Nepal and Tibet floods?
According to NPR, about 2,500 people are missing across both areas affected by the floods.
When did the floods happen?
The flash floods occurred on Wednesday, according to NPR.
Which areas were affected?
The floods washed away communities in Nepal and in Tibet, which is held by China, according to NPR.
Timeline
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NPR News: Nepal officials say the death toll has continues to rise in Wednesday's floods that washed away communities in Nepal and Tibet, which is held by China. About 2,500 people are missing in both areas.