Flash Flood in Bhote Koshi River of Nepal on 26 August 2026

Flash Flood in Bhote Koshi River of Nepal on 26 August 2026
(Updated at 18:00 hrs NST on 27 August 2026)

Nepal was struck by severe flash floods yesterday morning, resulting in loss of life, widespread displacement and extensive damage to homes, roads, bridges, hydropower facilities and other critical infrastructure.
Nepal’s security and disaster-management agencies, local authorities and health services have been fully mobilised for search and rescue, evacuation, emergency medical assistance and relief operations. Authorities are also closely monitoring river systems and downstream flood risks.
So far, 175 bodies have been recovered, while many people, both locals and tourists, are still missing. According to the latest available information, 624 people from 32 countries have been reported missing (list is attached). These figures remain subject to verification as search and rescue operations continue.
At this stage, our immediate priority is to save lives and support search and rescue, evacuation and relief efforts in the affected areas. In view of the extensive damage caused by the floods, the Government will continue to assess the situation and emerging needs on the ground and, where necessary, communicate specific requirements for assistance through established official channels.
The Embassy acknowledges the messages received from the Rt Hon Baroness Winterton of Doncaster DBE, Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State, Hon Calvin Bailey MP, Minister for Veterans and People, Hon Alex Baker MP, Chair of the All-Party Parliamentary Group for Nepal, Secretary-General of the International Maritime Organization (IMO), Mayors, community leaders, Nepal lovers and the representatives of Nepali diaspora in the United Kingdom. 
Embassy of Nepal, London
27 August 2026