Flash floods wreak havoc in Nepal: 7 killed, many including 3 Indians missing

• Flash floods wreaked havoc in Nepal, affecting Sindhupalchok district. At least seven deaths have been reported so far, several others 3 Indians and 3 Chinese nationals missing. As per officials, around 200 houses in Melamchi have been damaged. Hundreds of families who resided in the area have taken shelter in local schools. The flash floods are suspected to be caused by glacial outburst. Nepal Army along with Armed Police Force has been conducting rescue operations. The weather bureau predicted heavy rains for at least the next two days. Sindhupalchok has been witnessing damages due to floods on an annual basis. With the onset of the monsoon in Nepal, incidents of floods & landslides are likely to rise.