'Worst Flood Disaster' in Nepal: 209 Dead, 29 Missing

Large-scale floods and landslides occurred in Kathmandu, Nepal [AFP=Yonhap News]

The capital of Nepal, Kathmandu, is experiencing its worst flooding in decades. Torrential rains not seen in 22 years have caused massive floods and landslides, resulting in over 200 deaths and dozens missing, with the damage continuing to escalate.

According to AP and AFP reports on the 30th (local time), Kathmandu received up to 322.2 mm of rainfall in a single day starting from the 27th. Kathmandu suffered significant damage after the heaviest rainfall in 20 years, and landslides blocked highways, temporarily isolating the capital.

According to Nepal's Ministry of Home Affairs, 209 people have died nationwide, and 29 remain missing. Police reported that more than 35 people were buried and killed by landslides on the highway south of Kathmandu.

The floods have also sharply reduced the supply of fresh fruits and vegetables in Kathmandu. Merchants stated, "Farmers had prepared their crops, but everything is trapped because the highway is blocked." Climate experts have described the rainfall as abnormal and pointed to the impact of climate change. It is reported that over 300 people have died in rain-related disasters in Nepal this year.

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