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Nepal floods: Death toll rises as nation seeks climate justice

Catastrophic flash floods and landslides, triggered by a Himalayan glacier collapse on August 26, have caused widespread devastation across Nepal and China’s Tibet region. The death toll has reached at least 1,399 people, with over 5,000 individuals still reported missing. Among the missing are approximately 70 Americans, according to the U.S. State Department.

Rescue operations are ongoing, with significant focus on locating workers trapped in hydropower project tunnels, including the Chilime project. The disaster has destroyed critical infrastructure, including bridges, roads, and multiple hydropower plants. Nepal has estimated that $5 billion will be required for the initial phase of rebuilding efforts.

In response to the catastrophe, Nepal is advocating for “climate justice,” arguing that the country suffers disproportionately from a global climate crisis it did not create. The government has formally requested $20 million in compensation from the United Nations Loss and Damage Fund to address the immediate impacts of the disaster.

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China · Dharam Raj Uprety · Nepal · Ramchandra Paudel · Shisir Khanal · Trishul 3A · United Nations

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