Death Toll Rises in Floods and Glacier Collapse on Nepal-Tibet Border

The death toll has risen to 768 following a disastrous flood and glacier collapse in the border region of Nepal and Tibet, with more than 3,048 people reported missing. As rescue efforts continue, operations are underway for workers trapped in hydroelectric tunnels.

Casualties and Missing Persons Reports

The total number of missing persons in the disaster on the Nepal-Tibet border has been announced as 3,048, while the confirmed death toll has risen to 768. Nepalese authorities announced that contact could not be established with 2,502 people in the country, 592 of whom are foreigners.

On the Tibet side, an autonomous region of China, the provincial broadcaster reported that 546 people are missing and 16 have lost their lives.

Workers Trapped in Tunnels

It is estimated that more than a hundred workers are trapped in tunnels at hydroelectric projects. At the Trishuli 3A facility, the Nepalese army has begun lowering pipes into the tunnel to supply oxygen.

Heavy rainfall and rising river waters during the night are negatively impacting rescue operations in the region, and teams are urged to exercise caution.

Danger of Newly Formed Barrier Lake

It was reported that a new barrier lake has formed as a result of a landslide near the Tibet border. Experts stated that this situation complicates rescue operations.

Rescue personnel near the Gyirong border crossing have been evacuated to safe areas, and experts have been deployed to analyze the situation.

International Support and Costs

Nepalese Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal stated that reconstruction costs could reach billions of dollars and called upon the international community.

Many countries and international organizations, including the US, Canada, the UK, the EU, and the UN, have provided millions of dollars in emergency humanitarian aid funds and expert team support.