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Video Shows Floodwater Bulldoze Buildings in Nepal as People Flee
In the terrifying video, the first wave erupts up across the bank of the river and within seconds engulfs the trees and homes built not far from the bank.
TL;DR
- Flash floods caused by an ice avalanche in Tibet overwhelmed the Bhote Koshi River in Nepal.
- At least 95 people are confirmed dead in Nepal, with over 90 Nepali citizens and 300 tourists missing.
- The disaster destroyed buildings and roads, leaving thick layers of mud and debris.
- Missing individuals include tourists from the UK, India, South Africa, Malaysia, the US, Australia, and the Netherlands.
- Flood alerts have been issued in northern Indian states bordering Nepal.
- Concerns exist about a potential second flood.
- British authorities are working with Nepalese officials and urging British nationals to exercise caution.