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Nepal flash floods death toll rises to 469
At least 469 people have died and around 1,500 remain missing more than 48 hours after devastating flash floods swept through Nepal’s Himalayan border region, with fears growing that a second wave could hit already ravaged areas.
5.0-magnitude earthquake rattles Tibet amid flood fears
A 5.0-magnitude earthquake struck China’s Tibet Autonomous Region late Thursday (August 27), days after devastating flash floods and landslides killed hundreds and left about 1,500 people missing in the Himalayan border region.
Saudi Arabia issues stern warning for expatriate workers
Saudi Arabia has issued a fresh and stringent warning for expatriate workers from Bangladesh and other countries, regarding strict compliance with labour laws. Authorities have made it clear that violating the terms of a valid work permit, either by working independently or without proper authorisation, will result in severe legal consequences.
Death toll rises to 359 in Nepal floods-landslides, 1,500 missing
Nepal Police has reported that the death toll from floods and landslides along the Nepal-Tibet border has risen to 359. At least 1,500 people are still missing.
US expresses grief, pledges half a million dollars for Nepal flood relief
The United States has expressed deep sorrow and condolences over the massive loss of lives in the devastating flash flood that struck Nepal's Rasuwa district. Additionally, the country has announced $500,000 in assistance to provide emergency shelters, clean water, sanitation and other relief supplies to the affected people.
Red alert issued over heavy rain fears in Makkah
Saudi Arabia’s National Meteorological Centre has issued the highest level “red alert” in various places of Makkah province over the possibility of heavy rainfall on Wednesday.
Nepal flash flood death toll rises to 289
The death toll from the devastating flash flood in Nepal has risen to 289. Local media outlet The Kathmandu Post confirmed the information. Additionally, hundreds of people remain missing and are out of communication in various flood-affected areas.
Second wave threat looms over Nepal after deadly flash floods
A fresh flash flood threat is looming over Nepal after a devastating deluge in Rasuwa district, with a massive natural blockage still holding back water and debris upstream near the Nepal-China border, the International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development (ICIMOD) has warned.
Without the mango tree, I would have died: Nepal flood survivor
A mango tree became an unlikely lifeline for a 24-year-old labourer who was swept away by a devastating flash flood in Nepal, as the death toll from floods and landslides rose to at least 165.
Nepal-Tibet floods leave 1,500 missing including foreign tourists
Around 1,500 remain missing after a devastating flash flood swept through areas along the Nepal-China border and Tibet, sending torrents of mud, rocks and debris through settlements and key transport routes, reports Reuters.