South AsiaLiveIndia, US, China extend emergency aid to Nepal as toll crosses 160

Water surged by almost 30 feet as a flash flood and mudslide of unprecedented scale tore through the Bhote Koshi and Trishuli river corridors along the Nepal-Tibet border on Wednesday, killing at least 160 residents and leaving hundreds missing, including scores of.

Key points

• Ambassador Naveen Srivastava handed over 10 tons of humanitarian aid materials from India to the Minister for Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation, Mr Khadka Raj Poudel.
• The missing additionally included 47 residents from the United States, 34 from Australia, 33 from Britain and 24 from Canada.
• According to authorities, the Tanakpur post in Champawat district has been put on high alert under the instructions of State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) Commandant Arpan Yaduvanshi.
• China's Xinhua News Agency documented on Thursday that mudslides triggered by a glacial collapse in Tibet had killed three residents and left 558 missing.
• While two villagers had been rescued, chinese state broadcaster CCTV remarked 260 of the 558 missing residents were foreigners.

09: 47 (IST) Aug 27.

UP-Bihar border villages on alert after Nepal floods; waterlogged roads disrupt connectivity.

After the flood tragedy in Nepal, an atmosphere of fear prevailed in the Uttar Pradesh-Bihar border in Kushinagar district. As floodwaters did not enter overnight, villagers breathed a sigh of relief in the morning, nevertheless.

Nevertheless, due to heavy rainwater accumulation along the routes connecting Shivpur, Basantpur, and Marchahwa villages in Kushinagar district and Bihar, small streams and drains overflowed, spilling water throughout the roads. Villagers were seen wading through the waterlogged roads, holding their footwear in their hands.

Furthermore, due to the high water levels, the movement of small vehicles was completely halted, forcing villagers to rely on tractor-trolleys for commuting.

Local administrations in nearby areas have issued warnings via loudspeakers asking residents to move their belongings and livestock to higher ground against the backdrop of reports of water release from Nepal.

Detailing the situation on the ground, Guddu Sahani, a resident of Basantpur, remarked that while floodwaters have not entered homes yet, the low causeway has created severe travel hurdles.

"We received information that the water has been published from Nepal. So far, I haven't heard anything directly from the administration regarding what they are saying. Moreover, no official has visited our village yet. As for any danger. Floodwaters haven't arrived yet up to this point. Meanwhile, the water that has accumulated here was since the causeway and road were constructed a bit too low. If the water level rises just a little more, boats will start operating. Then we will have to pay Rs 20, Rs 30, Rs 40, or Rs 50 per trip just to commute back and forth, " Sahani remarked.

Nepal floods: SDRF on high alert in Uttarakhand's border district of Champawat after Nepal floods.

Vigilance has been stepped up in Uttarakhand's border district of Champawat after severe floods in Nepal on Wednesday. The Tanakpur post of the SDRF has been placed on high alert, and individuals have been called on to stay away from the banks of the Sharda River, authorities remarked.

In practice, the SDRF's Tanakpur team is continuously monitoring and patrolling vulnerable riverbank areas, including the Sharda Ghat, the Sharda Barrage, and surrounding localities. The team is keeping a close watch on the river's water level and potential risks while maintaining coordination with the local administration.

According to authorities, the SDRF team visited the Sharda Ghat and low-lying areas to alert local residents, travellers and fishermen regarding the potential rise in the river's water level. Individuals have been called on not to venture near the riverbanks unnecessarily under any circumstances and to adhere to safety guidelines issued by the administration.

They continued that the SDRF team is fully prepared round-the-clock with essential life-saving and rescue equipment to initiate immediate relief and rescue operations in the event of any emergency.

In practice, the Uttarakhand administration has additionally issued helpline numbers to assist the state's individuals stranded there. 08: 46 (IST) Aug 27.

Always with Nepal. Ambassador Naveen Srivastava handed over 10 tons of humanitarian aid materials from India to the Minister for Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation, Mr Khadka Raj Poudel. This assistance will contribute to the relief efforts after the devastating floods. India stands firmly with Nepal and is committed to providing all feasible backing. Embassy of India in Nepal. 08: 36 (IST) Aug 27. Over 550 individuals missing in Tibet: China.

China's Xinhua News Agency documented on Thursday that mudslides triggered by a glacial collapse in Tibet had killed three residents and left 558 missing. Meanwhile, Nepal Police remarked at least 162 residents were killed after massive flash floods swept through communities along the Nepal-China border a day earlier, disrupting travel in a number of areas.

While two villagers had been rescued, chinese state broadcaster CCTV remarked 260 of the 558 missing residents were foreigners. It documented that at least three residents had died as of Thursday morning.

Earlier, Nepalese authorities stated 403 individuals, including 341 foreigners, were noted missing.

Sunil Sharma, a spokesperson for Nepal's tourism board, remarked 133 of those missing were Indians travelling on a pilgrimage to Mount Kailash in Tibet, a sacred site for Hindus. The missing additionally included 47 residents from the United States, 34 from Australia, 33 from Britain and 24 from Canada.

Notably, the US State Department remarked it was aware of Americans affected by the disaster. 08: 26 (IST) Aug 27. Nepal floods: India problems helpline number for stranded citizens. 08: 23 (IST) Aug 27.

Nepal floods: India hands over 10 tons of humanitarian aid as Himalayan country reels from devastating flash floods.

Demonstrating unflagging solidarity during a time of crisis after catastrophic flash floods, the Embassy of India in Nepal has stepped forward with crucial backing, underscoring its deep-rooted partnership with the Himalayan nation.

Emphasising its steadfast commitment to the Himalayan nation against the backdrop of a catastrophic natural calamity, the Embassy of India in Nepal unveiled vital backing, posting on X, "Always with Nepal. Ambassador Naveen Srivastava handed over 10 tons of humanitarian aid materials from India to the Minister for Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation, Mr Khadka Raj Poudel. This assistance will contribute to the relief efforts after the devastating floods. India stands firmly with Nepal and is committed to providing all feasible backing."

Taken together, the developments around south AsiaLiveIndia, US, China extend emergency aid to Nepal as toll crosses point to a situation that is still moving, and the coming days should bring more clarity.