Kathmandu— A mudslide that struck Gyirong Port on the China-Nepal border in southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region on August 26 has left 43 people dead and 519 missing, according to local emergency response and rescue authorities. The disaster, triggered by a high-altitude glacier collapse in Nepal, has prompted a massive search and rescue operation involving over 2,500 people and 500 vehicles.

Government Response

Local emergency response and rescue authorities have been actively involved in the rescue operation. They have provided regular updates on the progress of the rescue efforts and the status of the missing individuals. The government's swift and coordinated response has been praised for its efficiency and effectiveness in managing the crisis.

(With inputs from RN)

Originally published on abcnews.com.np.