Nepal Observes Mourning for 1,300 Victims of Floods that Struck the Country
· Telemundo McAllen (KTLM)
Nepal observed a day of mourning on Monday for the over 1,300 victims of the August 26 floods. Government offices flew flags at half-mast, and families held rituals for the deceased, including many foreigners. The mourning period lasts 13 days in Hindu tradition, culminating in prayers for the souls of the departed. Families of the missing protested in Kathmandu, demanding faster rescue efforts for those trapped in hydroelectric plants. Rescuers from various countries are working to locate around 900 missing workers, with some believed to be trapped in tunnels. Candlelight vigils were held across the city in memory of the victims.
AI summary · Source: Telemundo McAllen (KTLM) →
