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Twelve British nationals among 291 foreign tourists missing in major Nepal flash flood
Tim Curry dies aged 80
TL;DR
- A mudslide at the Nepal-Tibet border caused major flooding on the Nepali side.
- Dozens of people were swept away, with fears of high casualties and destruction.
- At least 384 travelers were reported missing, including 12 British nationals, 105 Indians, and 93 Nepalis.
- 22 bodies have been recovered so far.
- Rescue efforts are hampered by the terrain and the river flowing above its normal course.
- Authorities are warning of a potential second flood due to a blockage upstream.
- Flood alerts have been issued in Indian states bordering Nepal.