Floods in Nepal have killed about 180 people and left 1,400 missing, with numbers expected to rise, according to Al Jazeera, as families search for relatives.
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Key facts
- About 180 people have been reported killed in the floods, according to Al Jazeera.
- Around 1,400 people are reported missing.
- The figures are expected to rise significantly, Al Jazeera reported.
- Families are searching for relatives in the aftermath, according to Al Jazeera.
Families in Nepal are searching for missing relatives after floods swept through parts of the country, according to Al Jazeera.
About 180 people have been killed and around 1,400 are missing, Al Jazeera reported, adding that the figures are expected to rise significantly.
Further details on the scale of the disaster, the areas affected and the response were not available in the reporting reviewed. This is a developing situation and figures may change.
Why it matters
With about 180 people reported dead and some 1,400 missing, the floods represent a major humanitarian emergency for Nepal, though the full extent of the disaster remains unclear based on available reporting.
Frequently asked questions
How many people have died in the Nepal floods?
About 180 people have been killed, according to Al Jazeera, with the number expected to rise significantly.
How many people are missing after the floods?
Around 1,400 people are still missing, Al Jazeera reported.
Is the death toll expected to change?
Yes. Officials cited by Al Jazeera expect the numbers to rise significantly as search efforts continue.
Timeline
- ‘Swept away’: Nepal families search for relatives after devastating floods
Al Jazeera: About 180 people have been killed and 1,400 are missing, with numbers expected to rise significantly.