Nepal ends search and rescue after deadly flood, with more than 5,200 still missing

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   Nepal ends search and rescue after deadly flood

   Nepal has ended its search and rescue operation for those missing after a devastating flood in August that killed at least 1,455 people and left over 5,200 still missing. The government will now focus on rehabilitation efforts. Authorities estimate they need nearly $5 billion to help thousands displaced by the flood. The flood occurred on August 26, originating at Nepal's border with China's Tibet region.

   Why it matters

   The flood had a significant impact on Nepal, displacing thousands of people and causing widespread destruction. The search and rescue operation has been extensive, but ultimately, the government has decided to end it and focus on helping those affected to recover. The economic cost of the disaster is substantial, with estimated needs of nearly $5 billion.

   What is confirmed

   • At least 1,455 people were killed in the flood.
   • Over 5,200 people are still missing after the flood.
   • The flood occurred on August 26.
   • Authorities estimate they need nearly $5 billion to help those displaced.
   • The search and rescue operation has ended.

   Still unconfirmed

   • 56 Ukrainians are still missing in Nepal after the flood.

   What to watch next

   • Rehabilitation efforts and their impact on the affected communities
   • Official confirmation of the number of missing persons, including 189 Indians and 56 Ukrainians
   • Economic impact of the flood on Nepal's growth
   Sources used for this update (16)

   1. Reuters — Nepal ends search and rescue after flood, focuses on rehabilitation
   2. www.nbcnews.com — Nepal ends search and rescue after deadly flood, with more ...
   3. USA Today — Nepal ends search-and-rescue phase weeks after catastrophic flood
   4. The Times of India — Nepal ends flood search with over 5,000 still missing, including 189 Indians
   5. care.org — CNN: "Global effort underway to bring relief to flood-stricken Nepal"
   6. NBC News — Nepal ends search and rescue after deadly flood, with more than 5,200 still missing
   7. www.abc.net.au — Nepal focuses on rehabilitation as it ends search-and-rescue ...
   8. UNITED24 Media — 56 Ukrainians Still Missing in Nepal After Flood as Search and Identification Efforts Continue
   9. Newser — Here's What's Next for Flood-Stricken Nepal
   10. radionepalonline.com — WB projects Nepal’s growth to slow following devastating Rasuwa flood
   11. АНТИКОР — Ukraine appealed to Nepal over the disappearance of 56 Ukrainians following a flood • ANTIKOR portal
   12. BBC — Nepal floods: Many of those swept away aren't officially dead, leaving families in limbo
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