Himalayan Floods Claim Thousands | Rochester News

Nepal braces for more flooding as water surges in the Bhotekoshi River, with Chinese officials warning of rising flows upstream after deadly floods earlier this week. Rescue crews battle to reopen a key highway while monitoring a dangerous crater holding back floodwaters. Over 780 dead and more than 2,500 missing — including many foreign nationals — across Nepal and Tibet. Communities are returning to ruins, sifting through mud for salvageable items, while critical infrastructure like a power plant lies in shambles. Bridges destroyed, families stranded, and climate injustice highlighted as Nepal, despite minimal emissions, bears the brunt. Scientists point to a glacial collapse triggering a quake-like rockfall that unleashed the floods. Malaysia steps in with aid and a rescue team as survivors face relentless alerts and nightly evacuations to higher ground. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f4005b4ced10b201