- Urgency level : High
- Nepal
- Natural disaster
On 26 August 2026, a flash flood of exceptional intensity swept through the valleys traversed by the Bhote Koshi and Trishuli rivers. Villages were swept away, homes destroyed and entire communities cut off from the main access routes.
personnes pourraient avoir été touchées par la crue soudaine dans les vallées du Bhote Koshi et du Trishuli.
Around 93,000 people may have been affected. The death toll remains fluid, whilst search and rescue operations continue in areas that are difficult to access. The destruction of roads, bridges and energy infrastructure is slowing down the delivery of drinking water, medical care, shelter and essential supplies.
The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies has launched an emergency appeal for 25 million Swiss francs. The World Health Organisation has also released funds and mobilised medical supplies to support health services in the affected communities.