Death toll in Nepal floods rises to 1,344 amid rescue efforts

The death toll from flash floods in Nepal has risen to 1,344 as rescue operations continue. Indian nationals have been rescued from flood-hit areas, while relief efforts are reaching some accessible regions, officials said on September 5.

Authorities reported that 169 Indian nationals have been rescued, and 1,907 Indians have safely crossed into Nepal from China. Rescue teams are working to reach families most severely affected and still isolated due to difficult terrain and conditions. Officials noted the willingness of rescue workers to travel into remote locations despite challenges.

Relief supplies including forensic kits and Bailey bridges are planned to be sent to Nepal to aid recovery. Experts emphasize the need for cooperation among China, India, and Nepal, which share similar environmental ecosystems, to better prepare for such disasters. The global community is urged to view the floods through the lens of climate change and its impact on the region.