Nepal flood death toll passes 1,300 as rescue efforts continue

As of September 8, 2026, the death toll from catastrophic floods and mudslides in Nepal has risen to at least 1,357, with over 5,800 people still missing, according to reports. The disaster, which also affected the Nepal-China border region, has prompted a South Korean disaster relief team to search on foot for nine missing South Koreans. Rescuers are scouring tunnels and other areas for survivors. In response, Nepal's government has called on major polluters to 'wake up' and provide climate compensation, and has also cracked down on online abuse of flood survivors.