Flash Floods in Nepal and Tibet Kill Eight, Wash Away Villages

On August 26, 2026, flash floods originating from Tibet swept through northern Nepal, killing at least eight people and washing away entire villages. The floods also damaged roads and power projects, and several districts were put on high alert. Authorities in both Nepal and China fear heavy casualties, with some reports indicating missing persons in Tibet. The disaster has prompted rescue and assessment efforts in the affected Himalayan region.