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26 August 2026

At least eight killed as Nepal flash flood damages roads, energy facilities

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Source reporting: Al Jazeera English

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At least eight killed as Nepal flash flood damages roads, energy facilities

Across the border, Tibet reported "major casualties" with people missing in the neighbouring county of Gyirong.

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