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Death toll in Nepal rises to 1,372

Notícias de Coimbra6 September 2026 at 11:29

The death toll in Nepal has risen to at least 1,372 people after devastating floods hit the Himalayan region. Deaths have also been reported in the Tibet region, expanding the count of fatalities.

The catastrophe was caused by floods that ravaged the Himalayan region, causing large-scale destruction. Local authorities declared a state of emergency given the magnitude of the damage.

Rescue operations are ongoing, while emergency teams work to locate possible survivors among the rubble. The Nepal government faces the challenge of providing humanitarian assistance to thousands of people affected by the tragedy.

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