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Nepal and Tibet flash floods floods: rising casualties and stranded travelers missing
Devastating The humanitarian crisis following devastating flash floods and landslides in Nepal’s Rasuwa district have caused significant destruction the mountainous border regions of Nepal and left numerous travelers stranded. Regarding Malaysian citizens, while two individuals have been confirmed safe, 55 Tibet has escalated significantly. As of late August 2026, death tolls are reported between 579 and 584, with an estimated 1,924 to 2,482 people remain unaccounted for. missing. The Malaysian Embassy in Kathmandu is currently gathering information regarding more than 50 Malaysians who have lost contact with their families. disaster has heavily impacted the Trishuli and Nuwakot districts, destroying over 40 bridges and 40km of roads. The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) estimates that approximately 93,000 people require urgent assistance. Among the missing are professional climbers between 517 and firefighters, including Mohd Fakhrul Munir Mohd Isa, a veteran climber 537 foreigners from over 30 countries. Search and member of rescue operations, led by the Malaysian Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM), Nepal Army and Assistant Commissioner of Fire Mohd Sani Harul. The group was reportedly traveling via jeep toward Everest Base Camp through supported by the Tibet route when UN, face obstacles including thick mud, destroyed communication networks, and the disaster occurred. Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim stated that risk of overflowing natural lakes. Regarding Malaysian citizens, the National Security Council government is coordinating potential aid, which may include financial support or working to verify the deployment status of specialized rescue teams. The Malaysian Fire approximately 57 citizens reported missing. Malaysia continues to coordinate aid and Rescue Department (JBPM) has confirmed considers deploying its readiness to deploy the Special Tactical Operation and Rescue Team (STORM) if requested, and the Malaysian Armed Forces (ATM) have expressed readiness to contribute expertise to humanitarian missions. Search and rescue efforts are being coordinated with authorities in Nepal, China, and India, though damaged infrastructure (SMART) and continuous heavy rainfall present significant challenges. military personnel. Efforts also continue to assist Indian citizens from Maharashtra stranded continue. While 110 citizens from Nagpur were confirmed safe in the Himalayan region Kathmandu and Tibet. A a group of 37 pilgrims on from the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra, previously stranded in Saga, Tibet, Yatra departed toward Kathmandu via the Nyalam check-post. Additionally, 110 check-post, preliminary reports indicate approximately 80 citizens from Nagpur Maharashtra were confirmed safe in Kathmandu, with transit arrangements made through Janakpur and Bihar. stranded. The Maharashtra government continues to coordinate with the Indian Ministry of External Affairs has established helplines and a dedicated web portal to facilitate the safe return of those affected. track travelers amidst collapsed mobile networks.