How a glacier collapse unleashed catastrophic flooding in NepalMaps and satellite imagery show how a Himalayan glacier collapse sent ice, rock and floodwaters surging into communities along the Nepal-China border.Aug. 27, 2026, 5:40 PM EDTOver 380 people have died and hundreds more are missing since catastrophic flash flooding tore through villages along the Nepal-Tibet border on Wednesday. Over 600 foreigners are missing, including 65 Americans, the Nepal Tourism Board said Thursday.Just a moment.We are getting your experience ready.
Maps show how a glacier collapse triggered deadly flooding in Nepal
Maps and satellite imagery show how a Himalayan glacier collapse sent ice, rock and floodwaters surging into communities along the Nepal-China border.










