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One Canadian citizen previously reported missing following devastating flash floods in Nepal has been found safe, according to Global Affairs Canada. The agency confirmed the news on Wednesday, while also disclosing that 29 other Canadians and permanent residents in Nepal and Tibet remain unaccounted for.
Search Continues Amid Dangerous Conditions
Global Affairs Canada cautioned that the number of missing Canadians could change as officials gather new information and establish contact with people in flood-affected regions. Search operations are ongoing, though damaged infrastructure and treacherous terrain continue to hamper rescue efforts.
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Nepalese police are urging families of missing individuals to share any Canadian, foreign, or local phone numbers associated with their loved ones. Authorities say this information could assist with geolocation efforts and help narrow down the whereabouts of those still unaccounted for.
Global Affairs Canada is also coordinating DNA sample collection to support identification efforts. Officials say they will contact individuals directly if a DNA sample is required as part of the process.
Canada Sends Aid and Funding to Nepal
Canada is deploying more than 18,000 emergency supply kits from its national stockpiles to support relief operations on the ground. The kits include shelters, tools, hygiene products, and solar lights for communities affected by the disaster.
In addition to material support, Canada has committed $5 million in funding to bolster emergency relief efforts in Nepal. The contribution reflects the scale of the humanitarian crisis unfolding in the region following the August 26 floods.
Hundreds of Foreign Nationals Still Missing Across 39 Countries
Nepal’s foreign ministry reported on Thursday that rescuers have located 324 foreign nationals since the floods struck. However, 590 people from 39 different countries remain missing, underscoring the international dimension of the disaster.
The death toll from the Nepal flash floods has climbed to at least 1,204 people, according to the country’s disaster management agency. More than 4,200 individuals are still listed as missing, making this one of the deadliest flood events Nepal has faced in recent years.
Rescue teams continue to work through difficult conditions as communities across Nepal and Tibet grapple with the aftermath of the catastrophic flooding.
