Floods and landslides kill 19 in India and Nepal as rivers rise
They publishedFloods, landslides kill 15 in India, four in Nepal as rivers rise
First reportHindustan Times · 27 Sept, 07:33Z
Latest reportThe Straits Times · 27 Sept, 07:42Z
Span1 hours · two reports
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Why it matters
What
Floods and landslides killed at least 19 people in India and Nepal, with 10 workers missing after a Himalayan avalanche.
Why
Rivers across seven Indian states are above danger levels, while damaged infrastructure and widespread flooding affect communities.
Watch
Nepal warns of possible flash floods in 49 districts as authorities monitor rising rivers and search for missing workers.
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How it unfolded — every article
Summary
- Relentless rainfall since Thursday has killed at least 14 people nationwide in Nepal.
- Authorities issued warnings for residents along the Narayani River after it rose above 9 meters.
- Highways to Chitwan blocked; multiple landslides hinder search and rescue efforts.
- Deaths include four in Annapurna Village Council and four in Baglung District from landslides.
- Security forces evacuate thousands as floods threaten infrastructure and road connectivity.
Summary
- At least 19 people killed in India and Nepal by floods and landslides.
- India's Uttar Pradesh reports 15 deaths and 63 districts affected.
- Nepal records four fatalities and 10 missing workers after a Himalaya avalanche.
- Rivers across seven Indian states run above danger levels.
- Nepal warns of possible flash floods in 49 districts while infrastructure is damaged.