Nepal floods kill at least 800, civilian deaths in Manipur and more: The week in 5 charts
A catastrophic glacial collapse in Nepal has caused severe flooding, resulting in at least 800 deaths and widespread infrastructure destruction. Meanwhile, communal violence in Manipur, India, has led to the deaths of four Naga civilians, further complicating regional peace efforts.
Why it matters
These events highlight the dual threats of climate-related natural disasters and ongoing internal communal conflicts in South Asia.
Flash floods in Nepal, caused by a glacial collapse along the Nepal-Tibet border, have ravaged several districts, killing at least 800, and with the death toll only rising as more bodies are recovered in the aftermath.
The floods were caused by a glacial collapse, which triggered an avalanche of debris leading to downstream flooding along the Trishuli River. The glacier, located at an altitude of roughly 17,000 feet, caused massive flooding as far as Kolpurtar, approximately 73 km away.
Buildings, bridges, and infrastructure were washed away in the aftermath of the floods, leaving several areas near the riverbanks ruined and resulting in the deaths of at least 626 people. Over 2,400 people are still missing.
The satellite images of areas along the Trishuli River, shown in the graphic below, display the extent of flooding and destruction caused by the floods.
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