Deadly Flash Floods in Nepal-Tibet Border Region
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Nepal authorities, Nepali Army, International Federation of Red Cross
Nepal-China border, Rasuwa district
August 2026
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Read our editorial policy- Earlier version 38/27/2026, 3:50:44 AM
Flash floods and landslides in the Rasuwa district and Nepal-China border area have killed at least 160 people. Hundreds remain missing, including tourists from various countries. A rock-ice avalanche is suspected to have blocked the Lhende River, triggering the flood. Infrastructure, including hydropower facilities, has suffered significant damage.
- Earlier version 28/27/2026, 3:00:46 AM
- Earlier version 18/27/2026, 12:50:46 AM
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