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8 dead, hundreds missing asNepal avalanche triggers flash floods

The disaster is linked to climate change, with experts noting the region's vulnerability to extreme weather.

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The Associated Press26 Aug 2026, 12:27 pmUpdated 2h ago1 min readWorldWorld

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8 dead, hundreds missing as Nepal avalanche triggers flash floods

The disaster is linked to climate change, with experts noting the region's vulnerability to extreme weather.

This report is published with credit to NPR. The wire sent a summary; open the original for any extra context. Read on NPR →

Source: NPR · The Associated Press. Published 26 Aug 2026, 12:27 pm.

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