A flash flood along the Bhotekoshi River in Nepal and Tibet has killed hundreds and left thousands missing, including many U.S. citizens.
A catastrophic flash flood struck Nepal and Tibet on Wednesday morning, August 27, 2026, killing hundreds and leaving thousands missing. The disaster occurred around 9 a.m. local time when the Bhotekoshi River flooded, devastating villages, roads, and hydropower projects, according to officials.
Among those missing are dozens of American citizens, though the exact death toll remains unclear. The flooding has caused widespread destruction and prompted urgent search and rescue efforts.
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