Nepal has issued flood alerts as the region's flash flood death toll climbs toward 800, with more than 3,000 people still reported missing, according to Al Jazeera.
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Key facts
- The regional death toll from flash flooding has risen to 797, according to Al Jazeera.
- More than 3,000 people remain missing across the region, according to Al Jazeera.
- Nepal has warned of the potential for more flooding and issued alerts, according to Al Jazeera.
Nepal has issued flood alerts as the death toll from flash flooding across the region climbs toward 800, according to Al Jazeera. The outlet reports the toll has reached 797, with more than 3,000 people still missing.
Authorities in Nepal have warned that more flooding is possible, according to Al Jazeera.
Earlier reporting from Al Jazeera put the regional death toll at 750 before it was revised to 797, reflecting the developing nature of the situation.
Details of rescue and recovery operations, the specific areas affected and the causes of the flooding were not provided in the available reporting. The number of people confirmed dead and missing may change as the situation develops.
Why it matters
Flash flooding on this scale represents a major humanitarian emergency, with hundreds confirmed dead and more than 3,000 people still missing, according to Al Jazeera. Nepal's warning of further flooding indicates the danger may not have passed.
Frequently asked questions
How many people have died in the flooding?
According to Al Jazeera, the regional death toll has risen to 797.
How many people are still missing?
More than 3,000 people remain missing across the region, according to Al Jazeera.
Is the flooding threat over?
No. Nepal has warned of more flooding and has issued fresh flood alerts, indicating the risk is ongoing.
Timeline
- Photos: Nepal issues alerts as region’s flash flood death toll reaches 750
Al Jazeera: Nepal warns of more flooding as the death toll rises to 750, with more than 3,000 people still missing in the region.
- Photos: Nepal issues alerts as region’s flash flood death toll nears 800
Al Jazeera: Nepal warns of more flooding as the death toll rises to 797, with more than 3,000 people still missing in the region.