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Nepal Floods and Landslides Kill 170, Disrupt Daily Life

Torrential rains have caused widespread devastation, blocking highways, displacing thousands, and leaving dozens missing.

  • At least 170 people have died and 42 are missing due to severe floods and landslides across Nepal.
  • Kathmandu, the capital, experienced its highest rainfall since 1970, leading to extensive flooding and power outages.
  • Over 3,000 people have been rescued, with more than 20,000 security personnel deployed for ongoing rescue operations.
  • Major highways connecting Kathmandu to the rest of the country have been blocked by landslides, stranding hundreds of travelers.
  • Climate experts attribute the increased intensity and frequency of such events to climate change and unplanned urban development.
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