A massive landslide at the Tibet-Nepal border has claimed at least 16 lives with more than 540 people unaccounted for, including 261 foreign nationals from 23 countries. Rescue operations are ongoing with no survivors recovered so far.
A catastrophic landslide struck the Tibet-Nepal border region on Wednesday, leaving at least 16 people confirmed dead and more than 540 unaccounted for, according to Chinese authorities. Among those missing, 261 are foreign nationals representing 23 countries, with 15 British citizens among them, Chinese state media reports indicate.
The incident occurred at Gyirong Port, a major crossing point for trekkers making the journey from Kathmandu to Mount Kailash, the sacred peak in Tibet. Search and rescue teams have been mobilized to the site, where workers continue sifting through extensive mud and debris. However, no survivors have been located in the ongoing operations.
Authorities have taken additional precautions following the disaster. A lake that formed in the aftermath of the landslide initially presented further hazard, though officials report the immediate threat from this water accumulation has diminished. Nonetheless, the risk of subsequent mudslides remains significant. Monitoring stations have been established along the border region to provide early warning to rescue teams of any additional geological movement.
