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US announces more than $3.6 million in aid for flood-hit Nepal
The US announced more than $3.6 million in humanitarian aid on Saturday for people affected by floods in Nepal. The aid is expected to provide emergency food assistance to up to 10,000 households, while at least 675 people have died in the disaster zone.
US aid for areas hit by floods in Nepal will exceed $3.6 million. Under the package announced on Saturday, the US plans to provide emergency food assistance to up to 10,000 households affected by the disaster.
The US Department of State said the safety of American citizens was a priority. The department also announced that the embassies in Nepal and China were working to support Americans and contribute to the disaster response.
Glacier collapse triggered floods along the Nepal-Tibet border
Part of a glacier in the Himalayas collapsed on Wednesday. The incident caused devastating floods along the Nepal-Tibet border.
The floods caused extensive damage in areas around the border, killing at least 675 people. Search-and-rescue efforts continue for about 3,000 people, including foreign tourists.
Nepal reports 589 foreign nationals missing
Those reported missing in Nepal include 589 foreign nationals. The Nepal Tourism Board announced that 261 foreign nationals had been rescued.
About 100 Americans were in the region as the efforts continued.
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