Girl, 13, among missing British citizens after flash flood in Nepal
Summary
A flash flood struck the Nepal-Tibet border, causing more than 400 travellers, including 33 British citizens aged 13 to 65, to go missing. Rescue efforts are ongoing, with at least 95 bodies recovered so far and many people unaccounted for after mudslides damaged homes, roads, and infrastructure.Key Facts
- The flood occurred on the Tibetan side of the Bhote Koshi River early Wednesday morning.
- At least 341 foreign nationals, including 33 British citizens, are missing.
- Twelve British tourists from the Alpine Eco Trek group were on a tour across the border and are missing.
- The cause may have been an earthquake-triggered avalanche leading to the flood.
- Mudslides damaged a border crossing between Nepal and China, affecting the Rasuwa and Nuwakot districts.
- Eight South Koreans working on a hydropower plant are missing, and 10 others are stranded.
- Local authorities advise tourists to stay in safe areas, move to higher ground if needed, and stay in contact with their hotels and agencies.
- The UK government and several other countries’ embassies have issued statements expressing concern and urging people to follow local safety instructions.
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