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Priest Among 33 Brits Missing in Nepal as First Pictures Released
At least 33 British nationals are among hundreds of people missing after catastrophic flash floods swept through the Nepal-Tibet border region, with rescue teams continuing a desperate search for survivors. The disaster has killed hundreds of people after a sudden torrent of water, ice, mud and debris tore through mountainous communities and tourist routes.
TL;DR
- At least 33 British nationals are among hundreds missing after flash floods in Nepal.
- The disaster killed hundreds and swept through mountainous communities and tourist routes.
- Nepalese authorities recovered 389 bodies, with over 1,500 people still unaccounted for in Nepal and Tibet.
- Many missing were travelling to Mount Kailash, a sacred site in Tibet, or on trekking trips.
- Rescue efforts are hampered by destroyed roads, high river levels, and damaged communication infrastructure.
- The UK government has offered £5 million in support for Nepal's disaster response.