Rasuwa Flood Death Toll Reaches 626 as Search and Rescue Operations Continue
The death toll linked to the devastating floods in Rasuwa and surrounding areas has risen to 626, according to the latest figures released by Nepal Police on Saturday afternoon. The police update, issued at 2:50…
Published August 30, 2026 9:37 am GMT+0545
The death toll linked to the devastating floods in Rasuwa and surrounding areas has risen to 626, according to the latest figures released by Nepal Police on Saturday afternoon.
The police update, issued at 2:50 pm, shows that bodies have been recovered from several districts affected by flooding and the subsequent destruction along river corridors.
The highest number of recovered bodies has been reported in Chitwan, followed by Nawalparasi East and other affected districts.
Bodies recovered across eight districts
According to the latest police figures, the 626 recovered bodies are distributed as follows:
| District | Bodies recovered |
|---|---|
| Rasuwa | 13 |
| Dhading | 49 |
| Gorkha | 54 |
| Nawalparasi East | 158 |
| Nuwakot | 41 |
| Chitwan | 233 |
| Tanahun | 31 |
| Nawalparasi West | 47 |
| Total | 626 |
The figures reflect bodies recovered so far and may change as search teams continue working in flood-affected areas.
More than 2,300 people rescued
Nepal Police said 2,301 people had been rescued by Saturday afternoon.
The largest number of rescues was recorded in Nuwakot, where 1,622 people were brought to safety. Police also reported 676 rescues in Rasuwa and three in Dhading.
Rescue teams and security personnel remain engaged in searching affected areas, recovering bodies and assisting people displaced by the disaster.
140 injured receiving or discharged from hospitals
The latest police bulletin also reported that 140 injured people had been treated or discharged from hospitals in Kathmandu Valley.
The continuing recovery effort comes as authorities deal with the widespread impact of the floods, including damage to settlements, roads and other infrastructure.
Police are continuing to update casualty and rescue figures as information reaches authorities from affected areas.
