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Nepal families post photos of missing relatives on Kathmandu hospital wall

Euronews World · 2026-09-01

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• What happened: Families in Kathmandu are posting photos of missing relatives on a hospital wall following devastating floods in Nepal that have resulted in over 1,000 deaths and thousands still unaccounted for. • Why it matters: The floods, triggered by the collapse of a Himalayan glacier, have severely impacted communities, with rescue efforts hindered by damaged infrastructure, highlighting the ongoing humanitarian crisis. • What to watch next: Continued rescue operations and updates on the status of the missing individuals, as well as potential government responses to improve disaster preparedness and infrastructure resilience.

No Comment Video. Nepal families post photos of missing relatives on Kathmandu hospital wall Copy/paste the link below: Copy/paste the article video embed link below: Updated: 01/09/2026 - 16:06 GMT+2 Families in Kathmandu post photos of missing relatives after Nepal floods kill more than 1,000 people, with thousands still unaccounted for. In Nepal’s capital, families searching for relatives missing after last week’s devastating floods are posting photographs on a wall outside Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT The 25-metre wall is covered with images of Nepalis and foreigners, as relatives cling to the hope of finding loved ones alive. The floods followed the collapse of a Himalayan glacier on the Nepal-China border on August 26, sending water and debris through communities Nepal’s death toll has now passed 1,000, while about 4,000 other people remain missing. Rescue teams are still reaching remote areas, but damaged roads and infrastructure are hampering their efforts. Mudslide Missing persons Nepal natural disaster Top stories Now playing Next Nepal families post photos of missing relatives on Kathmandu hospital wall Now playing Next Israeli airstrikes kill at least five palestinians in Gaza City Now playing Next Notting Hill carnival returns to West London for 60th anniversary Now playing Next Latest news bulletin | September 1st, 2026 – Morning Now playing Next Inside Europe's counterfeit crisis Now playing Next Kazakhstan enters a new political era In partnership with MDQ Now playing Next South London Hindu temple prays for missing members after deadly floods in Nepal Now playing Next Von der Leyen warns of worsening disaster risks, touts preparedness Now playing Next Flash flood hits Grand Canyon’s Phantom Ranch Now playing Next Italy keeps Schengen suspension with Spain in place for 15 more days Now playing Next EU defence ministers meet amid increased Russia threats Now playing Next Lake Ontario or Lake America? Google Maps plays both sides Now playing Next In Çanakkale, Troy's ruins and Bozcaada's vineyards trace one long history Now playing Next From Earth to table: following Uzbekistan's seasonal harvests Now playing Next World Nomad Games open in Bishkek before an audience of world leaders Now playing Next Mud, flippers and snorkels: Wales celebrates 40 years of bog racing ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT No Comment Ultra-Orthodox Jews celebrate Yeshiva student’s release in Elad amid draft dispute No Comment Buenos Aires welcomes 800 couples for Tango BA World Championship No Comment 200 bikers gather at Italy's Castel Gandolfo for motorcycle blessing No Comment Michael Jackson fans dance to Thriller to mark King of Pop's 68th birthday Europe Today We need to use Russian assets to fund Ukraine, Swedish Foreign Minister says Europe in Motion Cigarettes are on the decline in the EU, but how popular are smoking and vaping still? Europe News 11 EU countries demand end to 'obstructive' vetoes on foreign policy Tech News Munich's defence tech boom: How Germany's rearmament is reshaping a Bavarian city Europe Today Europe Today: EU defence ministers meet amid increased Russia threats as French election campaign gathers pace USA One person killed as woman randomly stabs two people in Times Square before being fatally shot by police Europe News 'Massive' Russian missile and drone attack on Ukraine's capital region kills at least 12, officials say USA Jury convicts Duane 'Keffe D' Davis of first degree murder in 1996 killing of hip-hop icon Tupac Shakur ADVERTISEMENT Kyrgyzstan Eurasian nations gather in Bishkek to forge stronger ties, new alliances Algeria Algerian president seeks to impose death penalty on arsonists Europe News 'Europe must prepare for a new era of simultaneous disasters,' von der Leyen says Sport Argentina great Lionel Messi announces retirement from international football Culture news 'I remain deeply sorry': John Galliano calls off Met Gala retropective show over racism row Culture news 60 years of Notting Hill Carnival: 10 essential songs chosen by its veterans Europe News Swiss man arrested after one killed and several wounded at rave shooting, police say Culture news No strings attached: Air Guitar World Championships return for 30th edition in Finland ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT

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