The Himalayas are unpredictable. But countries are building there like never before
CNN
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Deadly flooding along the China-Nepal border has put a sharp spotlight on how risks from natural disasters in the Himalayas are growing, at the same time that countries in the region are rapidly building out their high-altitude infrastructure footprints.
Nepal floods death toll climbs to 626, with 2,400 still missing as rescue efforts continue
- Nepal floods death toll climbs to 626, with 2,400 still missing as rescue efforts continue NBC News —
- Rescuers claw through mud as Nepal, China flood missing toll nears 3,000 Vanguard News —
- Rescuers claw through mud as Nepal, China flood missing toll nears 3,000 Dawn —
- Flood rescue enters fourth day in Nepal-China border as weather hampers air operations Winnipeg Free Press —
- Flood rescue enters fourth day in Nepal-China border as weather hampers air operations The Independent —