Nepal Flood Horror: Nepal Flood Death Toll Rises To 1,252 As Rescue Operations Continue

The death toll from the flash floods in Nepal has risen to 1,252, while around 4,216 people remain missing or out of contact, according to the latest search, rescue and relief update issued by the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority (NDRRMA) on Thursday. The figures, based on details received until 12 noon, show the widespread impact of the disaster across several districts. The highest number of recovered bodies has been reported from Chitwan, with 355, followed by Nawalparasi East with 218, Nawalparasi West with 208, Nuwakot with 177 and Rasuwa with 127. According to NDRRMA, bodies have also been recovered from Gorkha, Dhading and Tanahun. Only 95 bodies have so far been identified and handed over to relatives, highlighting the continuing challenge of identifying victims. The authority said around 11,993 people have been rescued, while 5,135 injured people have received medical treatment. Of those, 301 were treated at various hospitals, while the Nepali Army and Armed Police Force provided treatment to 3,206 and 1,628 people, respectively.