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1,500 Missing After Floods in Nepal and China: Rescue Efforts Ongoing

Nearly 1,500 people are reported missing in Nepal and China's Tibet after heavy floods caused by a mudslide. At least 800 of those missing are foreigners, with 826 individuals unaccounted for in Nepal and 558 in Tibet. The death toll is expected to exceed 165 as rescue efforts unfold, with over 5,000 personnel deployed. This situation may impact tourism and safety perceptions in the region, affecting travelers and local economies reliant on tourism.