Rasuwa, August 28, 2026 — The death toll from the devastating flash floods that struck Rasuwa on Wednesday morning has reached 469, according to the latest update from Nepal Police.
Police said 12 bodies have been recovered in Rasuwa, while 37 have been found in Nuwakot. Dhading has recorded 33 deaths and Gorkha 44.
The highest number of recovered bodies has been reported in Chitwan, where 178 bodies have been found. Police said 28 bodies have been recovered in Tanahun, 110 in Nawalparasi (Bardaghat Susta East) and 27 in Nawalparasi (Bardaghat Susta West).
The latest figures cover bodies recovered across eight districts as search and recovery operations continue following the massive flood.
Nepal Police also reported that 28 of its personnel remain missing after the disaster.
Security forces continue searching affected areas and river corridors for people who remain missing, while authorities work to identify recovered bodies and coordinate with families.
Eighteen flood-damaged suspension bridges along the Bhotekoshi-Trishuli corridor have reopened after repairs costing around Rs 55 million, the Suspension Bridge Division Office said.
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