Floods and Landslides in Nepal Claim at Least 66 Lives, with Dozens More Missing

The recent flooding and landslides in Nepal have resulted in significant loss of life and property. According to official reports, at least 66 people have been killed, with 69 others reported missing. The majority of the deaths, 34, occurred in the Kathmandu valley, while 19 occurred in 5 districts of Bagmati Province. The death toll is expected to rise as the rains are expected to persist. Authorities have deployed over 3,000 security personnel to assist in rescue efforts, which have been hindered by the flooding and landslides. Thousands of homes have been flooded, and most highways have been blocked, leaving many people stranded on rooftops.