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Nepal and Tibet Floods Leave 362 Dead, Over 1400 Missing
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Nepal and Tibet Floods Leave 362 Dead, Over 1400 Missing

From Le Temps · () French

Translated from French and summarized by DistantNews. Read the original for the full story.

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  • Devastating floods on the Nepal-China border have resulted in at least 362 deaths and over 1,400 disappearances.
  • Rescue operations are ongoing to find victims amidst a large mudslide that occurred the previous day.
  • Swiss President Guy Parmelin conveyed his profound sorrow regarding the disaster.

Rescue teams are diligently searching for survivors following catastrophic floods that inundated the border between Nepal and China. The deluge, described as a "gigantic sea of mud," has claimed the lives of at least 362 people, with fears growing for more than 1,400 others who remain missing.

The devastating event occurred the day before the rescue efforts intensified, leaving a trail of destruction. Homes, roads, and bridges were reportedly obliterated by the powerful mudslide, complicating search operations and isolating affected communities. The scale of the disaster has prompted a significant response from authorities in both nations.

International leaders have begun to react to the unfolding tragedy. Swiss President Guy Parmelin stated he was "deeply saddened" by the catastrophe, reflecting the global concern over the immense loss of life and the ongoing humanitarian crisis. Efforts to recover victims and account for the missing are continuing under challenging conditions.

deeply saddened

— Guy ParmelinSwiss President Guy Parmelin's reaction to the devastating floods.
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Originally published by Le Temps in French. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.

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