Catastrophic floods leave over 1,400 missing in Nepal and Tibet

In August 2026, catastrophic flash floods struck Nepal and Tibet, resulting in at least 469 deaths and over 1,400 people missing. Triggered by a glacial collapse, the floods devastated a remote border area popular with pilgrims visiting Mount Kailash. Rescue operations face challenges due to destroyed infrastructure and ongoing flooding risks, prompting international aid efforts to assist affected communities.