A flash flood has caused significant damage and loss of life. At least 165 people are confirmed dead, and search efforts are still underway. Many more are missing, including a large number of tourists.

The cause of the flood is not yet clear, but officials have several theories. Communication and access to affected areas are limited due to damage to infrastructure. Further information is available from the Nepal Flood Response Situation Report.

Details of the disaster are still emerging, and the full extent of the damage is not yet known.