3 people died, more than 260 missing due to floods in Tibet

INCIDENT26.08.2026
3 people died, more than 260 missing due to floods in Tibet

As a result of a flood near the border with Nepal in China’s Tibet Autonomous Region, 3 people have died and 265 are missing.

“Elchi” reports that China Central Television (CCTV) announced this, citing the operational headquarters.

It was reported that the incident occurred in the Shigatse city area and affected the “Gyirong” checkpoint. Chinese authorities have sent 249 rescuers to the scene, as well as 325 members of engineering-rescue units with equipment.

The exact number of victims is being clarified, and search and rescue operations are ongoing.