Border crossing between China and Nepal vanishes after flood
A glacier collapse along the border between China and Nepal has resulted in the deaths of over 1,300 people, with more than 5,000 missing. The collapse destroyed the Keyrung border crossing, demolishing the Chinese customs building and leaving a lasting impact on the area. Rescue teams are working to search for the missing, utilizing excavators and detection devices amidst challenges in recovery efforts due to rugged terrain and bad weather conditions. The operations have included rescuing a Chinese worker trapped inside a tunnel, confirming the death of 31 people on the Chinese side, and accounting for 261 missing individuals of various nationalities, most of whom are Indian. The crossing is described as a vital point for trade and religious passage, and the avalanche has heightened the challenges faced in rescue and rebuilding efforts.
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