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At least 93,000 ‘in great need’ after Nepal-Tibet flash floods, says Red Cross
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At least 93,000 ‘in great need’ after Nepal-Tibet flash floods, says Red Cross

The Red Cross reports that at least 93,000 people are in great need following devastating flash floods along the Nepal-Tibet border, which resulted in over 580 deaths and more than 1,900 people missing. The floods, caused by a massive glacial collapse in Nepal’s Langtang National Park, triggered destructive surges of water, mud, and ice that devastated villages and infrastructure. The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies warns that the death toll could rise as remote areas remain inaccessible due to damaged roads and bridges. Over 40 bridges and 40 kilometers of road were destroyed, complicating rescue efforts. Rescue teams have located bodies downstream and evacuated dozens of injured individuals, but operations were halted due to the risk of additional flooding.

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At least 93,000 ‘in great need’ after Nepal-Tibet flash floods, says Red Cross

The Red Cross reports that at least 93,000 people are in great need following devastating flash floods along the Nepal-Tibet border, which resulted in over 580 deaths and more than 1,900 people missing. The floods, caused by a massive glacial collapse in Nepal’s Langtang National Park, triggered destructive surges of water, mud, and ice that devastated villages and infrastructure. The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies warns that the death toll could rise as remote areas remain inaccessible due to damaged roads and bridges. Over 40 bridges and 40 kilometers of road were destroyed, complicating rescue efforts. Rescue teams have located bodies downstream and evacuated dozens of injured individuals, but operations were halted due to the risk of additional flooding.

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