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WorldPublished: 29 August 2026 at 09:05

Over 2,400 missing, nearly 600 dead in Nepal and China disasters

More than 2,400 people are missing following floods in Nepal and a mudslide in China's Tibet region, while the confirmed death toll has risen to 586.

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Figures released on Friday show a rising toll from two natural disasters in Asia. Severe floods struck Nepal, while a mudslide occurred in China's Tibet region, together causing serious damage.

According to the latest reports, the number of people missing across both events has now surpassed 2,400. At the same time, the confirmed death toll has climbed to 586.

The situation in the region remains serious, with search efforts continuing to determine the fate of those still missing. Further details on casualty figures, the circumstances of the disasters, and the progress of rescue operations have not yet been released.

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