Nepal floods: Number of uncontactable Malaysians rises to 55, says Wisma Putra
The Malaysian Foreign Ministry reports that 55 citizens are currently uncontactable following severe flash floods in Nepal's Rasuwa district. Search and rescue operations are ongoing, though infrastructure damage has severely hampered access to the region.
Why it matters
The incident highlights the humanitarian impact of extreme weather events on international travelers and the logistical challenges of disaster response.
PUTRAJAYA: The number of Malaysians who cannot be contacted following severe flooding in Nepal’s Rasuwa district has risen to 55, says Wisma Putra.
In a statement Thursday (Aug 27), the Foreign Ministry said the figure was based on the latest information received from family members, travel agencies and other relevant sources.
Wisma Putra said severe disruptions to communications networks and electricity supplies in affected areas may have contributed to difficulties in contacting the Malaysians.
“At this stage, the ministry has not received any official confirmation of fatalities involving Malaysian citizens,” the Foreign Ministry said.
Earlier, Wisma Putra said the Malaysian embassy in Kathmandu had received reports that 11 Malaysians believed to be in Rasuwa district had lost contact following the floods.
Flash floods in the Bhote Koshi River area in Rasuwa district also caused extensive damage to roads, bridges and infrastructure, besides hampering access to affected areas.
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