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Catastrophic floods kill over 270 in Nepal and Tibet, with more than 1,300 missing

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A catastrophic flood triggered by a glacier collapse has devastated communities along the Nepal-China border. A massive torrent of water and mud, described as several stories high, swept through the region, resulting in a significant loss of life and leaving over 1,300 people missing. Rescue operations are currently underway as teams search for survivors in the affected areas.

The disaster occurred following the sudden collapse of a glacier, which sent debris and water tearing through local settlements. Video footage of the event captured the scale of the destruction, showing residents attempting to flee the advancing wall of mud and water. Authorities are continuing to assess the impact as search efforts persist.

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WPLG Local 10 (Miami, US) Reports a higher casualty count of 353 deaths
CityNews Toronto (Toronto, Canada) Reports a lower casualty count of 270 deaths
Read the full story at the source WPLG Local 10 (Miami, US) · US
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