Over 90,000 affected by Himalayan landslide, Red Cross says - Reuters

Over 90,000 affected by Himalayan landslide, Red Cross says  Reuters

Why rescuers fear new barrier lake could cause new Nepal-Tibet flood

Laura Bicker explains how a lake which formed after the recent landslide near the Nepal-Tibet border is raising fears of a second flood.

Mount Kailash, Sacred to 4 Faiths, Drew Pilgrims Lost in Nepal and Tibet Floods

The peak is revered by Hindus, Buddhists, Jains and those belonging to the pre-Buddhist Bon religion.

By Claire Moses

Xi Orders Glacier Survey as Rescue Faces ‘Extreme Difficulties’

Chinese President Xi Jinping said rescue operations faced “extreme difficulties” after a deadly mudslide struck the Himalayas near the border with Nepal, and ordered faster surveys of glaciers and glacial lakes across the Tibetan Plateau.

By Bloomberg News

Death Toll Rises as Rescuers Search for Victims of Nepal Flood - WSJ

Death Toll Rises as Rescuers Search for Victims of Nepal Flood  WSJ

Flood risks hamper efforts to search for hundreds missing at Nepal-China border

At least 540 people have been killed and more than 1,500 are reported missing in the Himalayan region as authorities race to find survivors after devastating flash floods.

By Aoife Walsh

Nepal and Tibet floods leave residents stunned and fearing second deadly wave

As international aid begins to arrive, Chinese authorities have warned of a high risk of a breach in a dammed lake formed by a mudslide, which could trigger a second flood in the coming days.

Families of 33 missing Britons rush to Nepal as fears grow of more floods

Desperate relatives trying to reach loved ones last seen in area where entire villages have been swept away Nepal-Tibet flash flood – latest updates Visual guide: how the deadly flooding unfolded Tell us: have you been affected by the flash floods? Families are rushing to Nepal to search for the 33 British nationals who are still missing, as fears mount over the risk of a second wave of flooding in the region. The catastrophic flash floods that hit Nepal and Tibet on Wednesday, thundering...

By Rachel Hall

Experts warn more flooding might hit Nepal. And, Fed chairman to give key address

As the death toll rises from flash floods that hit the Nepal-Tibet border, experts are warning more flooding could be on the way. And, Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh is expected to give a key address today.

By Brittney Melton

Nepal-Tibet flood: Families of missing people endure agonising wait

Families are waiting for news of their loved ones as rescue teams race to reach survivors of the Nepal-Tibet flash flood

A New York teenager and mother are among 90 Americans missing in Nepal as families desperately search for answers - CNN

A New York teenager and mother are among 90 Americans missing in Nepal as families desperately search for answers  CNN

Death toll rises in Nepal-China border disaster as lake poses new flood threat

Rescuers worked through mud and debris Friday in areas devastated by a catastrophic flash flood along the Himalayan border between Nepal and China, continuing the search for hundreds of people still missing as the death toll rose and authorities warned that a newly formed, overflowing lake could trigger further flooding.

China’s radar satellites capture sharp images of glacier collapse site in Nepal

Within hours of a devastating glacier collapse on the China-Nepal border, a Beijing-based satellite company had already redirected six of its satellites to survey the disaster zone. The high-resolution radar images they captured revealed a massive collapse site near a remote mountain pass. Unlike optical sensors, radar signals can pierce through haze and cloud, mapping terrain changes with high precision even in the rugged Himalayan plateau. The swift commercial response also underscores a...

By Zhang Tong

Nepal-Tibet flood death toll passes 500 as rescue resumes

More than a thousand people are still missing after deadly floods and landslides on the China-Nepal border. Rescue efforts were temporarily paused after an overflowing lake threatened to trigger more floods.

Rescuers search for hundreds still missing in area of Nepal-China border disaster

Rescuers have pulled survivors caked in dark mud and helicopters lifted stranded people to safety after catastrophic floods on the Nepal-China border.

Nepal floods explained: The chain of events behind the disaster

A glacier broke apart. An ice and rock avalanche followed. Then came an earthquake, before a landslide triggered devastating floods that tore through kilometres of valley. This is what happened along the Nepal-China border, where rescue teams are still trying to recover survivors 48 hours after the catastrophe. FRANCE 24 breaks down the chain of events and the scientific explanations behind the disaster.

By FRANCE24

Fears of a second flood grow in Nepal and Tibet as more than 1,500 remain missing

Rain is feeding several natural dams after the disaster, which has killed over 540 people

By Inma Bonet Bailén

Photo gallery: Flash flooding devastates Nepal and Tibet

A selection of images from Nepal-China border area after mud and rock collapsed into a river on August 26, triggering catastrophic flooding.

Nepal flood catastrophe hints at Himalayas' warmer future

Red Cross Worker Details New Secondary Flood in Nepal

Dramatic rescue in Nepal as survivors crawl through mud from flood-hit tunnel - video

By AASTHA JHA

Nepal monitoring two lakes, flood risk to remain until they're fully drained, official says - The Straits Times

Nepal monitoring two lakes, flood risk to remain until they're fully drained, official says  The Straits Times

Death toll rises as rescuers search for victims of Nepal flood

More than 1,500 people are missing and at least 470 are confirmed dead following the devastating flood.

N. Korean leader sends message of sympathy to Chinese, Nepali presidents over deadly floods

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un sent messages of sympathy to Chinese President Xi Jinping and Nepali President Ram Chandra Poudel on Friday over the devastating flooding in the Himalayan region, state media said. More than 500 people were killed and over 1,500 others remained missing in China and Nepal as of Friday after massive flooding and landslides hit the Himalayan region bordering China on Wednesday, according to foreign media reports. In his message to Xi, Kim expressed his "deepest condo

By The Korea Herald

List Of Indians, Locals, Tourists Missing In Flood-Hit Nepal

More than 1,400 people remain missing, according to news agency AFP, citing authorities. So far, 644 have been identified, which includes 178 Indians.

Over 90,000 affected by Himalayan landslide, Red Cross says, as Nepal declines foreign rescue help

Notably, Nepal's foreign ministry said it does not need foreign assistance for search-and-rescue operations following the devastating flash flood that swept through several towns.

Why Nepal said no to India, China and others despite a massive flood toll: 2015 lesson behind the decision - Moneycontrol.com

Why Nepal said no to India, China and others despite a massive flood toll: 2015 lesson behind the decision  Moneycontrol.com

Nepal and China resume flood rescue after lake threat eases, death toll tops 500

N. Korean leader sends message of sympathy to Chinese, Nepali presidents over deadly floods

SEOUL, Aug. 28 (Yonhap) -- North Korean leader Kim Jong-un sent messages of symp...

By Oh Seok-min

Nepal flash flood highlights Kailash Mansarovar pilgrimage danger

Explainer: Many of the victims killed by the flash flood near the Nepal-China border were undertaking the sacred pilgrimage around Mount Kailash.

Australia dispatches aid to Nepal as 39 citizens missing

SYDNEY, Aug 28 (Reuters) - Australia will provide $3.6 million in aid for communities hit by floods along the Nepal-China border and deploy extra consular staff to the area, Foreign Minister Penny Wong said on Friday as the number of missing Australians rose to 39.

By Reuters

INQToday evening edition: Filipino doctor missing in Nepal floods

MANILA, Philippines – Here are the top stories for tonight’ INQToday: A Filipino doctor is among those still missing following the deadly floods and landslides along the Nepal-Tibet border, with people from more than 30 countries unaccounted for. At home, the Philippine peso weakened further on Friday, falling to the P62-per-dollar level as market concerns

By jcristobal

What UAE-based Nepali expats are saying as floods hit their homeland

China halts rescue at Tibet disaster epicentre over flood risk

China paused a rescue operation on Friday citing the high risk of renewed flooding in Tibet, where hundreds remain missing two days after a deadly mudslide, state media said. A lake formed by immense piles of debris after a mudslide hit the China-Nepal border has begun overflowing towards the area that rescue teams were headed, […]

By AFP

Nepal orders rescuers to safety as overflow brings new flood risks - news24.com

Nepal orders rescuers to safety as overflow brings new flood risks  news24.com

Wisma Putra: Two Malaysians found safe after Nepal floods, 55 remain unreachable

PUTRAJAYA, Aug 28 — Two of the 57 Malaysians previously reported as untraceable following flash floods and landsli...

Nepal-Tibet Flood Death Toll Passes 500 as Rescue Resumes

The Red Cross says more than 93,000 people are affected by the deadly floods and landslides on the China-Nepal border.

Death toll rises in Nepal-China border disaster as lake poses new flood threat - International - World - Ahram Online

Death toll rises in Nepal-China border disaster as lake poses new flood threat - International - World  Ahram Online

Over 90,000 affected by Himalayan landslide, Red Cross says - The Star

Over 90,000 affected by Himalayan landslide, Red Cross says  The Star

Climate change boosted risk of devastating Nepal flash flood: experts

Climate change is leading to conditions that can destabilize high-mountain rock and ice, strengthening prospects for disasters such as this week's Himalayan flood along the border between Nepal and China's Tibet that killed 165, scientists say.

Indonesia backs China, Nepal rescue efforts after deadly floods

Indonesia fully supports rescue and post-disaster response efforts by the Chinese and Nepalese governments following ...

How Nepal is mobilising funds in flood response - The Kathmandu Post

How Nepal is mobilising funds in flood response  The Kathmandu Post

Three Belgians among 517 missing foreign tourists in deadly Nepal floods - The Brussels Times

Three Belgians among 517 missing foreign tourists in deadly Nepal floods  The Brussels Times

'Please help us find her': Families fly to Nepal in search for 33 missing British nationals - the-star.co.ke

'Please help us find her': Families fly to Nepal in search for 33 missing British nationals  the-star.co.ke

Three Dutch missing due to floods in Nepal; Red Cross concerned for possible second wave

At least three Dutch nationals are missing due to floods in Nepal, Foreign Affairs Minister Tom Berendsen has said.

By 91324

Nepal and China resume flood rescue after lake threat eases, death toll tops 500 - Daily Monitor

Nepal and China resume flood rescue after lake threat eases, death toll tops 500  Daily Monitor

Death toll nears 400, rescuers search for 1,400 missing after Nepal-China floods - vietnamnews.vn

Death toll nears 400, rescuers search for 1,400 missing after Nepal-China floods  vietnamnews.vn

Nepal and China resume rescue as flood fears ease - The Copenhagen Post

Nepal and China resume rescue as flood fears ease  The Copenhagen Post

India races to Nepal’s aid after deadly floods, sends 62 tonnes of relief - Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka

India races to Nepal’s aid after deadly floods, sends 62 tonnes of relief  Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka

Missing in the Nepal-Tibet flash floods - Kuwait Times

Missing in the Nepal-Tibet flash floods  Kuwait Times

Death toll reaches 538, 977 still missing as rescue teams race against fresh flood threat in Nepal

Kathmandu: The death toll from Nepal's devastating flash flood in the Bhotekoshi River area of Rasuwa has risen to 538 while 977 people are still missing,...

By Times of Oman

Death toll rises to five in China’s Tibet as Nepal flooding triggers disaster

The death toll has risen to five in the Gyirong area of China’s Tibet Autonomous Region following severe flooding in neighboring Nepal.