Nepal floods kill over 1,000; rescuers race for trapped workers

September 1, 2026

Summary

Devastating floods in Nepal and Tibet have resulted in over 1,000 deaths, with thousands still missing. Rescue teams are searching through mud and debris, and hundreds are feared trapped in hydropower tunnels.

Coverage by lane

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Nepal flood: Death toll tops 1,000 as rescue continues
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Nepal death toll crosses 1,000 as rescuers race to find workers trapped in mud-filled tunnels
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