British-based family fears relatives ‘swept away’ as Nepalese flash floods devastate communities

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Dozens of relatives are feared missing after flash floods hit Nepal.
The death toll from the disaster is rising, with over 1,000 people still missing in Nepal and China.
A British-based Nepalese family shared their harrowing experience, with some relatives rescued and others confirmed lost.
The speed of the flooding gave residents minimal time to escape, leading to widespread destruction.
The disaster has raised concerns for tourists in the popular trekking region.
The floods coincided with Janai Purnima, a Hindu festival, potentially compounding the tragedy.

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