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At least 165 people have died and more than 1,300 are missing in Nepal and Tibet after catastrophic flash floods triggered by a massive ice and rock slide in the Himalayas. Rescue teams are rushing aid by helicopter to isolated communities, but officials fear the death toll will climb.
At least 160 people have died after a Himalayan glacier collapse unleashed catastrophic flash floods and mudflows along the Nepal-Tibet border. More than 700 people remain missing, including hundreds of foreign tourists, as rescue operations continue amid challenging conditions.
Japan's Meteorological Agency issued a special heavy rain warning for parts of Ishikawa and Toyama prefectures on Thursday, with flooding on roads and a river at risk of overflowing. Residents were urged to evacuate or take safety measures due to life-threatening conditions, and rescue teams are on standby.
A catastrophic flash flood near the Nepal-Tibet border on Wednesday may have been caused by a glacier break, experts said, citing satellite imagery. The event underscores climate change risks and the urgent need for better early warning systems.
A 5.9-magnitude earthquake hit eastern Japan, including Tokyo, on August 23, injuring dozens. Authorities are evaluating damage and monitoring for aftershocks.
A major flash flood in northern Nepal swept away villages, killing at least 8 people and damaging roads, bridges, and power projects near the Tibetan border. Authorities fear the death toll could rise significantly as rescue operations continue.
A magnitude 5.9 earthquake hit eastern Japan, including Tokyo, on August 23, injuring dozens, as reported by Kyodo News. Authorities are conducting rescue operations and assessing damage; no tsunami warning was issued.
A wildfire near Reno, Nevada, now 27% contained, has forced thousands to evacuate. At least 7 people are injured and 32 homes destroyed. Officials warn of continued danger as winds persist.
A 5.9-magnitude earthquake struck eastern Japan, including Tokyo, on August 23, 2026, injuring dozens. No tsunami warning was issued, and authorities are still evaluating damage.
