Sudden Flood in the Himalayas Leaves Nearly 1,500 People Missing

Around August 27, 2026, a sudden flood hit the Nepal-China border, leaving nearly 1,500 people missing, including over 700 foreigners. Three deaths are confirmed in Tibet's Gyirong county, where 558 remain unaccounted for; 826 are missing in Nepal. The area is popular with hikers. Rescuers are struggling because the land is remote and hard to reach, and phone lines are down.