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Nepal Floods Trigger Devastation, Raising Fears of Further Disaster
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Nepal Floods Trigger Devastation, Raising Fears of Further Disaster

From Delfi · () Lithuanian

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

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  • Devastating floods in Nepal and on the Tibetan border have claimed at least 270 lives, with over 1,300 people reported missing.
  • The disaster, triggered by heavy rainfall and landslides, has impacted travelers and pilgrims in the Himalayan region.
  • Authorities warn of potential second and third flood waves, while climate change is cited as a factor exacerbating natural threats in the Himalayas.

Nepal is grappling with the aftermath of catastrophic floods and landslides that have swept through the region near the Tibetan border, leaving a trail of devastation. Official figures report at least 270 fatalities, with the number of missing persons exceeding 1,300, a figure likely to fluctuate as the situation unfolds.

We Nepalis are truly shocked by the scale of this disaster. We believe the death toll will be truly high.

— Anish Raj ShreshtaActionAid Nepal, describing the impact of the floods from Kathmandu.

The disaster struck with immense force, causing widespread destruction and impacting a diverse range of individuals, including international travelers and pilgrims drawn to Nepal's iconic Himalayan peaks. The chaotic aftermath, coupled with the challenges of identifying victims and accounting for individuals with dual citizenship, contributes to the uncertainty surrounding the final casualty count.

Adding to the grim reality, experts are warning of the potential for further disaster. Basanta Raj Adhikari, director of the Center for Disaster Studies at Nepal's Tribhuvan University, indicated the possibility of "second and third flood waves" in the immediate future. While heavy rainfall has subsided, the persistent threat of landslides remains a significant concern.

Today or tomorrow, the danger of 'second and third flood waves' is valid.

— Basanta Raj AdhikariDirector of the Center for Disaster Studies at Nepal's Tribhuvan University, warning about future flood risks.

Specialists are closely monitoring natural threats emerging from the Himalayas, with climate change identified as a key factor intensifying these risks. The unpredictable nature of these events makes precise forecasting difficult, leaving communities vulnerable to sudden and severe impacts.

We are not sure yet. It is not raining heavily, but the threat of landslides remains.

— Basanta Raj AdhikariDirector of the Center for Disaster Studies at Nepal's Tribhuvan University, explaining the ongoing risks.

Even for a nation accustomed to natural calamities, the scale of this recent disaster has been profoundly shocking. Humanitarian aid organizations are on the ground, assessing the damage and providing support, but the immediate focus remains on rescue efforts and managing the ongoing threat of further flooding and instability in the mountainous terrain.

The impact of climate change is truly felt there. We are monitoring the situation, but we cannot say exactly what to expect from one day to the next.

— Basanta Raj AdhikariDirector of the Center for Disaster Studies at Nepal's Tribhuvan University, linking the events to climate change.
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Originally published by Delfi in Lithuanian. 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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