Rescue and relief efforts in Nepal and Tibet were hampered by heavy rain and rising river levels. After Wednesday’s flash floods, the death toll reached 750 and more than 3,000 people remain missing. Disaster authorities urged teams to exercise caution as swollen rivers and the risk of further flooding could disrupt operations.
WHO:Nepal’s disaster authorities
WHAT:Rescue and relief operations were hampered as flash floods left 750 dead and more than 3,000 people missing.
WHEN:Aug 26, 2026
WHERE:Nepal
WHY:Heavy rain and rising river levels, with swollen rivers and the threat of further flooding, hampered rescue operations.
