Authorities in Nepal and Tibet count over a thousand dead after the floods that devastated the region. The natural disaster caused large-scale destruction and a high number of fatalities in both territories.
In Nepal, rescue teams face a race against time to try to rescue hundreds of workers who may be trapped inside tunnels of hydroelectric projects. The structures were hit by mud and debris resulting from the floods.
The extreme conditions on the ground significantly hinder the rescue efforts. The authorities continue to efforts to reach the affected areas and assess the full extent of the damage caused by this disaster.
