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Nepal tourism faces another setback as Rasuwa disaster exposes mountain risks

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A devastating flash flood has struck the Rasuwa district in Nepal, dealing a fresh blow to the country's tourism industry. The disaster highlights the physical risks present in the region's mountainous terrain and underscores the vulnerabilities facing local communities.

Experts have warned that worsening climate risks in the mountains could cause natural disasters to become an increasingly serious threat. Because the nation relies heavily on tourism for its economy, these escalating environmental challenges pose a significant long-term concern for economic stability and sector growth.

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