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‘Everything was swept away before my eyes’: Nepal flood survivors recount devastation

From The Straits Times · () English

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  • Hundreds have died and over 1,000 are missing following devastating floods on the Nepal-Tibet border.
  • Survivors describe the disaster as a terrifying force of water, boulders, and sludge that destroyed entire towns and infrastructure in seconds.
  • Rescue efforts are ongoing amidst widespread destruction, with many survivors injured and families separated.

The sheer scale of the disaster on the Nepal-Tibet border is stark: hundreds dead, over 1,000 missing, and entire towns erased. But for those who survived the floods on August 26, the terrifying force of the deluge is what haunts them.

Survivors recount a scene of utter chaos as water, boulders, and sludge surged through the Himalayan region. Buildings were swept away in mere seconds, transforming familiar landscapes into scenes of unimaginable destruction. The force of the water left an indelible mark on those who witnessed their lives and communities vanish before their eyes.

Rescue efforts are underway, but the widespread devastation presents immense challenges. Many survivors are injured, and families have been separated, underscoring the profound human toll of the disaster. The full impact on the region is still unfolding as authorities grapple with the aftermath.

Everything was swept away before my eyes

— SurvivorDescribing the terrifying force of the floods.
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