Photos: Nepal flood survivors find little trace of former lives
Summary
A massive flood caused by a glacial collapse in Nepal’s mountains destroyed the riverside town of Betrawati, killing at least 1,386 people and leaving over 5,000 missing. The flood wiped out homes and land, forcing survivors to climb hills to see the destruction and search for belongings amid debris.Key Facts
- The flood was triggered by a glacier collapse near the Nepal-China border.
- At least 1,386 people died in Nepal from the flood.
- More than 5,130 people are still missing.
- The town of Betrawati was completely buried under mud and debris.
- Survivors now must climb hills and cross ridges to reach the area.
- Personal items like shoes and school backpacks show the panic when people fled.
- Many survivors say the land itself vanished under the flood debris.
- This disaster brings back painful memories of Nepal’s 2015 earthquake, which also caused many deaths and destruction.
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