Nepal holds a day of mourning after floods kill at least 1,300 people

Nepal observed an official day of mourning on Monday to honor the victims of the catastrophic floods that occurred on August 26. Government offices across the nation lowered flags to half-staff, and families concluded traditional mourning rituals on this 13th day following the disaster.

The flooding has resulted in a confirmed death toll of at least 1,300 people across Nepal and Tibet, with approximately 5,000 individuals still reported missing. The event marks a significant humanitarian crisis for the region as recovery efforts continue.