Archive · 27 Aug 2026
Nepal Floods Kill 165, Wiping Out Villages Along Border
Huge floods struck villages near the border between Nepal and Tibet.
A large mass of mud and debris fell into the Lhende River and sent a powerful wave downstream.
The water swept away homes, bridges, roads and vehicles.
At least 165 people have died, and hundreds more are missing.
Many missing people were tourists from Nepal, India and other countries.
Rescue teams used aircraft and walked through thick mud to find survivors.
Officials warned that water could build up behind a blockage and cause another flood.
Heavy monsoon rains can cause floods and landslides in this region, and scientists say climate change is making extreme weather more frequent and intense.
At least 165 people have died in Nepal and Tibet after flash floods struck the Himalayan border region.
Nepal reported 162 deaths and 403 missing people, including 142 Indian nationals and other foreign tourists.
A mud-and-debris surge from the Lhende River swept through the Bhote Kosi and Trishuli river valleys.
Homes, roads, bridges, power plants, villages and market areas were destroyed or buried in mud.
Authorities warned that an upstream blockage could trigger another flood, while rescuers continued searching for survivors.
- Who
- Residents, tourists, rescuers and authorities in Nepal and Tibet were affected; at least 165 people died.
- What
- Flash floods and a mudslide devastated villages and infrastructure, killing people and leaving hundreds missing.
- When
- During the South Asian monsoon season, which runs from June to September; the articles do not give an exact date.
- Where
- The Himalayan border region between Nepal and Tibet, including areas along the Bhote Kosi and Trishuli rivers; flood alerts also covered parts of India.
- Why
- A large mass of mud and debris entered the Lhende River, while heavy monsoon rains contributed to dangerous flooding and landslides.
- Reported deaths
- At least 165 people in Nepal and Tibet; Nepal reported 162 deaths and Tibet reported three.
- People missing in Nepal
- 403 people, including 142 Indian nationals.
- Missing in Tibet
- Chinese state media reported 265 people missing after a mudslide at Gyirong.
- Affected rivers
- The Bhote Kosi and Trishuli rivers were hit by the flood surge.
- Damage
- Homes, roads, bridges, power plants, villages and market areas were swept away or buried.
- Rescue efforts
- The Nepali Army conducted rescue flights, while teams searched through mud and sludge for survivors.
- Further danger
- Experts warned that a blockage upstream on the Nepal-China border river could cause another flood.