Deadly Flash Floods in Nepal and Tibet: Dozens Dead, Hundreds Missing
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A devastating flash flood has swept through villages in Nepal and Tibet, leaving dozens dead and hundreds missing, including 341 foreign tourists. Rescue helicopters have been deployed, but high floodwaters are preventing them from landing in the affected areas.
The sudden deluge struck without warning, overwhelming entire communities. Local officials report that the full scale of the disaster is still unknown, as many remote villages remain cut off.
Emergency teams are working around the clock, but the dangerous conditions are severely hampering relief efforts. Authorities fear the number of casualties could rise as rescue operations continue.