Nepal's disaster agency said that 823 people remained out of contact on Thursday, more than 24 hours after a deadly flood tore through the border region with Tibet.

Across the border, Tibet reported "major casualties" with people missing in the neighbouring county of Gyirong.

Homes and roads swept away, with officials fearing 'major casualties'

Nepal flood news: 22 bodies have been recovered after flash floods hit Nepal and Tibet. An ice and rock avalanche triggered massive floods, causing widespread damage to villages.…

Villages and roads swept away as officials warn of 'major casualties'