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On August 26, a Himalayan glacier collapse sent ice, rock, and mud into rivers, causing a flash flood along the Trishuli River in Nepal's Nuwakot district. The flood submerged homes and left people stranded on roofs. The disaster has resulted in over 270 confirmed deaths and more than 1,300 people reported missing. The event highlights the growing risks of glacial lake outburst floods in the Himalayan region due to climate change.
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A video shared by users @HarmonyP55239 and @Naresh893479 shows flooding in Nepal's Nuwakot district along the Trishuli River.
On August 26, a Himalayan glacier collapse sent ice, rock, and mud into rivers, triggering a flash flood that submerged homes and left people stranded on rooftops.
Key casualties:
- Over 270 dead
- More than 1,300 people missing
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Catastrophic Himalayan Flash Flood Kills 180, Over 1,300 Missing