Nepal Flood Disaster: 1,410 Dead, 5,651 Missing 15 Days On

Fifteen days after a high-altitude landslide triggered catastrophic flooding in Nepal on August 26, the death toll stands at 1,410 with 5,651 missing as of September 9. Rescue efforts continue despite rugged terrain and extensive destruction hampering aid delivery. The scale of missing persons suggests the final toll may rise significantly.