13-year-old girl among UK tourists feared missing in deadly Nepal flash floods
- At least 12 British citizens, including a 13-year-old girl, and two Irish nationals are feared missing following a devastating flash flood in the Rasuwa region of Nepal.
- Official reports indicate that at least 72 people have been killed in the disaster, with 384 people currently unaccounted for, including 291 foreign nationals.
- Tour operator Alpine Eco Trek confirmed that 12 Britons aged between 13 and 65, two Irish citizens, four South Africans, and four Nepalese tour guides from their group are missing.
- The Nepal Tourism Board and local tourist police are actively working to locate and verify the safety status of travellers, with over 100 missing foreigners yet to have their nationalities confirmed.
- The British Embassy in Nepal issued a joint statement with international partners expressing deep sadness and solidarity while urging anyone in affected areas to adhere to local safety advisories.
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