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Nepal's Northern Flooding Claims 788 Lives as Police Confirm Toll
Severe flooding in northern Nepal has resulted in 788 confirmed deaths, according to police reports. The disaster struck on August 30, 2026, with multiple sources confirming the casualty count. Emergency services are working to rescue survivors and assess the full extent of the damage.
The death toll from the flooding in northern Nepal has reached 788, as confirmed by the Nepal Police. The disaster occurred on August 30, 2026, with heavy rainfall triggering flash floods in the region. The exact number of affected areas and the scale of destruction are still being assessed by local authorities. The Press Trust of India and TASS both reported the casualty count, with the latter citing police confirmation. No significant divergence in the reported figures was noted between the two sources.
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WirePress Trust of IndiaAug 30, 07:21 PM
Death toll surges to 788 in Nepal flash floods - Press Trust of IndiaDeath toll surges to 788 in Nepal flash floods Press Trust of India
StateTASSAug 30, 04:54 PM
Death toll from flooding in northern Nepal up to 788 — police - tass.comDeath toll from flooding in northern Nepal up to 788 — police tass.com