Nepal: Death Toll Rises to 797
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Nepal: Death Toll Rises to 797

Expresso30 August 2026 at 16:59

The death toll from the natural disaster in Nepal has risen to 797, according to the latest available count. The flash flood occurred on Wednesday and was triggered by a mass of ice that broke off from the mountains, causing widespread destruction in the region.

Authorities estimate that approximately three thousand people remain missing following the catastrophe. Among those missing are three Portuguese citizens, according to the information provided.

Nepal is facing one of its worst natural disasters, with rescue teams working on search and rescue operations in the areas affected by the flooding.

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