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47 trekkers missing in Nepal floods; 2 Singaporeans among group
A hiking company has reported that 47 people, including two Singaporean nationals and two children, are unaccounted for following severe flooding in Nepal. The group was on a trekking expedition when the disaster struck.
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A trekking company has reported 47 people missing in Nepal following devastating floods that swept through the Himalayan nation. Among those unaccounted for are two Singaporean nationals and two children who were part of an organised hiking group, the company confirmed.
The group was engaged in a trekking expedition when the flooding occurred, leaving rescue efforts underway to locate the missing trekkers. Authorities in Nepal have been notified and search operations are continuing across affected areas.
Nepal has experienced severe monsoon-related flooding in recent weeks, with heavy rainfall triggering flash floods and landslides across multiple districts. The disaster has impacted numerous trekking routes that are popular with international visitors.
The Singaporean Ministry of Foreign Affairs has been apprised of the situation and is coordinating with Nepalese authorities to gather information about the missing nationals. Families of those unaccounted for have been urged to contact their respective embassies for updates.