Floods in the Himalayas: A Cautionary Tale for Climate Adaptation The sheer scale of devastation wrought by last week's floods in Nepal is a stark reminder that climate change is not just a distant threat but an immediate and merciless reality.
The death toll has surpassed 900, with over 4,200 people listed as missing – a number that includes nearly 600 foreign nationals. The human impact is what truly defines this tragedy.
Rescuers are struggling to reach affected communities, hampered by landslides and overflowing rivers. Morgues in Nepal have been overwhelmed, with many bodies beyond recognition.