Nepal continues a large-scale search, rescue, recovery and relief operation after the August 26 Bhote Koshi flash flood and debris-flow disaster affected communities along the Bhote Koshi and Trishuli river corridors.

The Government of Nepal reported on September 3 that 1,204 bodies had been recovered, about 4,200 people remained missing and 11,993 people had been rescued. The government said those figures were still being verified as search and identification operations continued.

A later September 3 report citing the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority put the death toll at 1,259, with 5,083 people missing and 12,038 rescued. The different figures reflect continuing operational updates and should not be treated as a single reconciled dataset.

Search operations remain focused on flood-affected settlements, river corridors and hydropower facilities where workers are believed to remain missing. Specialized teams from India, China, South Korea and other partners continue supporting Nepal’s response.

Major Developments We’re Following

• Nepal’s September 3 government briefing reported 1,204 bodies recovered, about 4,200 missing and 11,993 rescued.
• A later NDRRMA update reported by Nepal News put the figures at 1,259 deaths, 5,083 missing and 12,038 rescued.
• More than 21,000 security personnel remain involved in search, rescue and relief operations.
• International tunnel-rescue teams from India, China and South Korea continue working at affected hydropower facilities.
• Rescue teams continue clearing debris from the Upper Trishuli 3A tunnel, where access remains heavily obstructed by rocks, mud and collapsed structures.
• Nepal’s Cabinet accepted a $5 million Asian Development Bank grant for emergency rescue and relief operations.
• The government has begun shifting attention toward relocation, essential-service restoration and longer-term recovery while search operations continue.

What We Know

• Disaster: Bhote Koshi flash flood and debris-flow event
• Initial event: August 26, 2026
• Primary affected corridor: Bhote Koshi–Trishuli river system
• Severely affected areas: Rasuwa, Nuwakot and Dhading
• Other affected districts: Gorkha, Chitwan and Tanahun
• Government figure, September 3: 1,204 bodies recovered
• Later NDRRMA figure reported September 3: 1,259 deaths
• Government figure, September 3: About 4,200 missing
• Later NDRRMA figure reported September 3: 5,083 missing
• Government figure, September 3: 11,993 rescued
• Later NDRRMA figure reported September 3: 12,038 rescued
• Security personnel deployed: More than 21,000
• Tunnel rescue: Ongoing
• Forensic identification: Ongoing
• Infrastructure assessment: Ongoing
• Relief operations: Ongoing
• Community relocation: Underway

The Government of Nepal said casualty and missing-person figures remain subject to verification.

What We Don’t Know

• The final death toll has not been established.
• Authorities have not yet produced one fully reconciled national missing-person figure.
• The exact number of people remaining inside hydropower facilities is unclear.
• The full extent of damage to homes, roads, bridges and hydropower infrastructure remains under assessment.
• The final economic cost of the disaster remains unknown.
• The number of displaced people requiring long-term relocation has not yet been fully established.

Public Safety Information

The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology continues operating Nepal’s weather, rainfall, river-monitoring and flood early-warning systems. Its official website lists real-time hydrological monitoring and flood forecasting services.

The World Health Organization says damaged water and sanitation systems, displacement and disrupted health services increase the risk of communicable disease and other health problems in affected communities. Emergency medical teams have been deployed, while health authorities continue supporting trauma care and essential services.

People in affected areas should follow current instructions from Nepali authorities and emergency agencies.

Live Updates

September 3, 00:00 UTC — Search Operations Continue Into Another Day

Nepal’s search and rescue operation continued as authorities worked to locate people missing after the August 26 Bhote Koshi flood.

The Government of Nepal said more than 21,000 security personnel had been mobilized for search, rescue and relief work. Specialized international teams were also supporting difficult tunnel-rescue operations.

September 3, 01:00 UTC — Tunnel Rescue Remains a Central Priority

Search teams continued operations at hydropower facilities affected by the flood.

Nepal’s government said Indian, Chinese and South Korean tunnel-rescue teams were working alongside the Nepali Army at Langtang, Chilime, Upper Trishuli 3A and Upper Trishuli 1.

September 3, 02:00 UTC — Forensic Teams Continue Identification Work

Forensic specialists continued helping Nepal identify recovered human remains.

The government said teams from India, China, Singapore and South Korea were supporting Nepal Police with DNA testing and victim identification.

September 3, 03:00 UTC — Government Continues Assessment of Infrastructure Damage

Nepal continued assessing damage to homes, roads, bridges, hydropower facilities and other critical infrastructure.

The government said the full extent of the damage remained unclear while teams gained access to more affected areas.

September 3, 04:00 UTC — DHM Continues River and Rainfall Monitoring

Nepal’s Department of Hydrology and Meteorology continued operating its flood forecasting and early-warning systems.

The department’s monitoring network provides rainfall, river-level and hydrological information used by authorities during flood emergencies.

September 3, 05:00 UTC — Government Briefs Diplomatic Community

Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal briefed diplomats and international organizations on the disaster response.

He said Nepal had recovered 1,204 bodies, with about 4,200 people missing and 11,993 rescued at the time of the briefing. He stressed that the figures remained subject to verification.

September 3, 06:00 UTC — Nepal Says More Than 21,000 Personnel Are Mobilized

The government said Nepal Army, Nepal Police and Armed Police Force personnel were continuing search, rescue, evacuation and relief operations.

Authorities said more than 21,000 security personnel had been mobilized, alongside volunteers, medical teams, local authorities and international specialists.

September 3, 07:00 UTC — International Rescue Teams Continue Specialized Work

Nepal said tunnel-rescue teams from India, China and South Korea continued operations at separate hydropower sites.

Chinese personnel were working at Upper Trishuli 3A, Indian teams at Langtang and Chilime, and South Korean personnel at Upper Trishuli 1.

September 3, 08:00 UTC — Government Reports Foreign Nationals Among Missing

Nepal’s government said about 590 foreign nationals from 34 countries remained missing according to its September 3 diplomatic briefing.

Authorities continued working with foreign missions and families to verify identities and locations.

September 3, 09:00 UTC — Nepal Continues Medical Response

Medical teams continued treating injured people while authorities worked to maintain essential health services in affected districts.

WHO said the disaster damaged health facilities and disrupted access to hospitals, while emergency medical teams had been deployed from Kathmandu.

September 3, 10:00 UTC — Government Begins Wider Recovery Planning

Nepal’s government said it was taking measures to relocate affected communities and restore essential services.

Authorities are also preparing a broader post-disaster assessment to establish recovery and reconstruction requirements.

September 3, 11:00 UTC — Nepal Requests Continued International Support

The government said it had requested specialized equipment including LiDAR systems, emergency bridges, DNA-testing equipment, drones, transport equipment and human-remains storage supplies.

Some equipment had already arrived while additional assistance remained in transit.

September 3, 12:00 UTC — NDRRMA Updates Death Toll to 1,259

Nepal News reported that NDRRMA had raised the reported death toll to 1,259.

The same update put the number of missing people at 5,083 and the number rescued at 12,038. Search, rescue and relief operations remained active.

September 3, 13:00 UTC — Search Teams Face Severe Tunnel Blockages

Nepal News reported that rescuers at Upper Trishuli 3A had cleared only part of a heavily obstructed tunnel entrance.

A 93-member team led by the Nepal Army was using excavators, compressors and breakers. Rescuers had penetrated roughly 15 to 20 metres, while additional boulders continued to obstruct access.

September 3, 14:00 UTC — Nepal Army Maintains Large Search Deployment

More than 9,300 Nepal Army personnel were reported deployed across flood-affected districts.

The army was supporting search, rescue, emergency medical work and debris clearance at hydropower facilities and isolated communities.

September 3, 15:00 UTC — Nepal Police Reports Thousands Deployed

Nepal News reported that 7,912 Nepal Police personnel were participating in search, rescue, recovery and relief operations.

Police teams were also working to locate missing people, recover bodies and support affected communities.

September 3, 16:00 UTC — Major Roads Remain Disrupted

Nepal Police reported continued disruption on major roads in affected areas.

The Prithvi Highway remained blocked at Krishnabhir, while parts of the Trishuli–Mailung–Syaphrubesi road were also closed because of flood damage. Some routes had reopened partially under controlled traffic conditions.

September 3, 17:00 UTC — Cabinet Approves $5 Million Emergency Grant

Nepal’s Cabinet accepted a $5 million Asian Development Bank grant for emergency rescue and relief operations following the Bhote Koshi flood.

The government also approved additional relief and recovery measures for affected individuals, industries and businesses.

September 3, 18:00 UTC — National Mourning Announced

The government decided to observe September 7 as a national day of mourning for victims of the August 26 Bhote Koshi flood.

The national flag will be flown at half-mast at government offices and Nepali diplomatic missions.

September 3, 19:00 UTC — Government Plans Business Recovery Measures

Nepal’s Cabinet approved relief, tax and customs concessions and other measures intended to help flood-affected individuals, industries and businesses resume operations.

The measures form part of the government’s broader recovery response.

September 3, 20:00 UTC — Ncell Reports Extensive Network Damage

Ncell reported major damage to telecommunications infrastructure in the flood-affected region.

The company said a mobile tower in Timure, Rasuwa, was destroyed and more than 60 kilometres of optical-fiber infrastructure were damaged. It also announced free voice, data and SMS services for more than 300,000 customers in affected areas.

September 3, 21:00 UTC — WHO Warns of Continuing Health Risks

WHO said damaged water and sanitation systems, displacement and disrupted medical services could increase the risk of diarrhoeal and respiratory illnesses and other health problems.

Health authorities and partners continue supporting trauma care, emergency response capacity and essential health services.

September 3, 22:00 UTC — Reuters Reports Widespread Destruction Along Trishuli Valley

Reuters reported extensive destruction across parts of the Trishuli River valley, including areas around Nuwakot.

Its reporting from the area described rescue teams working around large boulders and mud at hydropower facilities, while substantial sections of settlements had been buried or destroyed.

September 3, 23:00 UTC — Search and Recovery Remain Active

Nepal continued search and recovery operations across river corridors, damaged settlements and hydropower facilities.

The latest reported NDRRMA figures remained 1,259 deaths, 5,083 missing and 12,038 rescued, while the government continued to reconcile information from different operational sources.

September 4, 00:00 UTC — Current Situation

Nepal remains in an active search, recovery, relief and early-reconstruction phase.

The latest government diplomatic briefing reported 1,204 bodies recovered, about 4,200 missing and 11,993 rescued. A later NDRRMA update reported through Nepal News put the figures at 1,259 deaths, 5,083 missing and 12,038 rescued.

The figures have changed as authorities continue recovering remains and reconciling records. JournosNews should therefore identify the issuing authority and update time whenever these figures change rather than combine datasets into a single unsupported total.

Emergency Response

Nepal Army, Nepal Police and Armed Police Force personnel continue search, rescue, recovery and relief operations.

International specialists from India, China, South Korea and other partners are supporting tunnel rescue, forensic identification and other technical operations.

Health Response

WHO reports that six districts have been affected and that approximately 10,000 households require immediate relief.

Three health posts were fully damaged, one hospital was partially damaged and access to two hospitals was affected. Emergency Medical Teams have been deployed to affected districts.

Infrastructure Recovery

Roads, bridges, telecommunications networks, electricity systems and hydropower facilities suffered major damage.

The government is assessing infrastructure losses while restoration work continues.

Weather and Flood Monitoring

Nepal’s Department of Hydrology and Meteorology continues monitoring rainfall and river conditions through its national hydrological network.

The agency maintains flood forecasting and early-warning services for current river and rainfall conditions.

What Changed During This 24-Hour Window

Recovered bodies: Government briefing — 1,204; later NDRRMA report — 1,259

Missing: Government briefing — about 4,200; later NDRRMA report — 5,083

Rescued: Government briefing — 11,993; later NDRRMA report — 12,038

Security personnel: More than 21,000

Tunnel rescue: Continuing

Forensic identification: Continuing

Medical response: Continuing

Road restoration: Continuing

Telecommunications restoration: Continuing

Relief operations: Continuing

Recovery planning: Expanded

International assistance: Continuing

Sources / References

Primary and official sources used for this tracker include:

• Government of Nepal — Nepal National Portal
• Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Nepal
• Department of Hydrology and Meteorology
• National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority
• Nepal Army
• Nepal Police
• Armed Police Force
• World Health Organization Nepal

Supporting reporting was used only where it provided additional information or independently reported operational developments.

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Nepal remains in a large-scale search, rescue, recovery and relief operation after flash floods struck the Bhote Koshi river corridor on August 26.

The Government of Nepal said in its latest daily briefing on September 2 that authorities had recovered 1,114 bodies, while about 3,900 people remained missing and 11,993 people had been rescued. The government said the figures were still being updated as teams continued search and verification operations.

The response is now heavily focused on hydropower tunnels in Rasuwa and Nuwakot. Nepal has deployed specialized teams from India, China and South Korea alongside Nepali rescue personnel.

Major Developments We’re Following

• Nepal’s latest government briefing reports 1,114 bodies recovered, about 3,900 people missing and 11,993 rescued.
• Tunnel-rescue teams from India, China and South Korea are working with Nepali rescue teams at several hydropower sites.
• Chinese rescuers have opened parts of the tunnel at Upper Trishuli 3A, while Indian teams continue work at Langtang and Chilime.
• South Korean teams are working with Nepali personnel at Upper Trishuli 1.
• Nepal’s government says forensic teams from India, China and South Korea, together with a Disaster Victim Identification team from Singapore, are assisting with DNA and identification work.
• Rescue and recovery operations continue while authorities assess damage to roads, bridges, homes, hydropower facilities and other infrastructure.
• Nepal continues restoring damaged telecommunications, electricity and road connections in affected areas.

What We Know

• Event: Bhote Koshi–Trishuli flash floods
• Date of disaster: August 26, 2026
• Main affected areas: Rasuwa, Nuwakot, Dhading, Gorkha, Chitwan and other downstream areas
• Latest government recovered-body figure: 1,114
• Latest government missing figure: About 3,900
• Latest government rescue figure: 11,993
• Search and rescue: Ongoing
• Hydropower tunnel rescue: Ongoing
• Forensic identification: Ongoing
• Infrastructure assessment: Ongoing
• International technical assistance: Active

The Government of Nepal said the figures remain subject to change as search teams verify information and recover additional remains.

What We Don’t Know

• The final national death toll has not yet been established.
• Authorities have not completed the reconciliation of missing-person records.
• The exact number of people still inside hydropower tunnels remains uncertain.
• The full scale of infrastructure damage has not yet been established.
• The final economic cost of the disaster remains unknown.
• Authorities have not completed a comprehensive national loss-and-damage assessment.

Public Safety Information

Nepal’s official Rasuwa Flood Rescue Portal continues to provide emergency information and government rescue updates.

The portal lists 1234 for rescue, 100 for police, 102 for ambulance and 1155 for NDRRMA.

The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology continues operating its flood forecasting and early-warning services. Its official system provides river monitoring, rainfall monitoring and weather warnings.

Residents should follow current instructions from Nepal’s government, local authorities and emergency agencies rather than relying on unverified social-media reports.

Live Updates

September 2, 14:00 UTC — Nepal Government Reports 1,114 Bodies Recovered

Nepal’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs reported 1,114 recovered bodies, around 3,900 people still missing and 11,993 people rescued in its fifth daily briefing on the Bhote Koshi floods.

The ministry said the figures continued to change as search and verification operations progressed.

September 2, 14:15 UTC — Government Urges Reliance on Verified Figures

Nepal’s government again urged media organizations and the public to rely on official information.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs said authorities were continuing to verify casualty, missing-person and rescue figures through government agencies, particularly NDRRMA, Nepal Police and the Nepal Tourism Board.

September 2, 14:30 UTC — Tunnel Rescue Operations Continue at Three Major Sites

The government said specialized tunnel teams from India, China and South Korea were working alongside Nepali rescue teams.

Indian teams were operating at Langtang and Chilime. Chinese rescuers were working at Upper Trishuli 3A, while South Korean personnel were supporting operations at Upper Trishuli 1.

September 2, 15:00 UTC — Chinese Team Opens Part of Upper Trishuli 3A Tunnel

Nepal’s Foreign Ministry said the Chinese tunnel-rescue team had opened parts of the Upper Trishuli 3A tunnel.

However, mud and large rocks remained inside the tunnels, slowing progress and preventing teams from reaching all areas.

September 2, 15:30 UTC — Indian Teams Continue Work at Langtang and Chilime

Indian tunnel-rescue personnel continued working with Nepali rescuers at Langtang and Chilime.

The government said teams had made progress toward opening the tunnels but still faced substantial quantities of mud and boulders inside the structures.

September 2, 16:00 UTC — South Korean Team Supports Upper Trishuli 1 Search

South Korean rescue personnel continued working with Nepali teams at Upper Trishuli 1.

Nepal’s Foreign Ministry said additional Korean support and logistics were expected to strengthen the operation.

September 2, 16:30 UTC — Forensic Teams Expand Identification Work

Nepal continued expanding forensic operations to identify recovered bodies and help families locate missing relatives.

The government said a 19-member Indian forensic team was working with Nepal Police. A five-member Chinese forensic team had also joined the operation, while Singapore was sending a Disaster Victim Identification team.

September 2, 17:00 UTC — DNA Analysis Continues

Forensic teams continued processing DNA samples from recovered remains.

Nepal’s government said additional equipment and personnel were being mobilized to speed up DNA testing and victim identification.

September 2, 17:30 UTC — Temporary Burial Used After Forensic Procedures

Nepal’s government said authorities had begun temporary burial of some recovered remains after completing necessary forensic procedures.

Officials said the process would allow authorities to preserve identification information and potentially return remains to families after DNA matching.

September 2, 18:00 UTC — Government Says Damage Assessment Is Expanding

Nepal said authorities now had greater access to some affected areas and were gaining a clearer picture of damage to homes, roads, bridges and hydropower facilities.

However, the government said preliminary assessments remained incomplete and that a broader assessment would follow.

September 2, 18:30 UTC — Relief Supplies Continue Moving Into Affected Areas

The government said relief materials were continuing to reach affected communities.

Additional supplies and assistance from international partners were also expected as authorities continued assessing local requirements.

September 2, 19:00 UTC — Nepal Continues International Coordination

Nepal continued coordinating with neighboring countries and international partners for specialized equipment and technical assistance.

The government said requested equipment included LiDAR systems, temporary bridges, DNA testing equipment, drones, human-remains storage equipment and heavy transport equipment.

September 2, 19:30 UTC — Government Reports Progress in Border Repatriation

Nepal’s government said China had helped facilitate the return of Nepali and foreign nationals from Tibet through alternative border points.

Authorities said about 2,500 people who had been traveling to or from Mount Kailash had already returned through Hilsa and Tatopani.

September 2, 20:00 UTC — About 1,500 Nepalis Remain in Kerung

Nepal’s Foreign Ministry said approximately 1,500 Nepali nationals were in Kerung and that officials were coordinating with Chinese authorities to facilitate returns for those who wanted to leave.

The government also said it was working to reroute Nepali trucks and containers stranded in the area.

September 2, 20:30 UTC — Government Says Search Remains the Priority

Nepal’s government said its main priorities remain locating missing people, rescuing survivors and providing support to affected communities.

Officials said the search operation would continue with Nepali security forces and specialized international teams.

September 2, 21:00 UTC — Rescue Efforts Focus on Possible Survivors in Tunnels

Reuters reported that rescue teams were concentrating on about 90 people in two hydropower tunnels where authorities believed survival remained possible.

The report said rescue teams were working through difficult underground conditions while continuing efforts to reach workers who may have access to air, food or water.

September 2, 21:30 UTC — Nepal Continues Restoring Critical Services

Nepal continued work to restore telecommunications, electricity and road connections damaged by the floods.

Prime Minister Balendra Shah said the government was working to reconnect affected communities and restore essential infrastructure while rescue operations continued.

September 2, 22:00 UTC — Rescue Operations Continue Despite Difficult Access

Search teams continued working in areas where mud, debris and damaged infrastructure restricted access.

Authorities have emphasized that conditions inside hydropower tunnels remain difficult and that rescue teams must clear blocked sections before reaching deeper areas.

September 2, 23:00 UTC — Final Casualty Figures Remain Unsettled

Nepal’s latest official briefing continues to list 1,114 recovered bodies and approximately 3,900 missing people.

Other reports have published different figures based on later or separate operational counts. JournosNews will retain the latest government figure as the primary national reference until Nepal’s authorities issue a reconciled update.

September 3, 00:00 UTC — Search Enters Another Overnight Phase

Rescue and recovery teams continued operations overnight as authorities worked to reach inaccessible areas and hydropower facilities.

The government has not announced a new national casualty reconciliation since its September 2 afternoon briefing.

September 3, 01:00 UTC — Tunnel Rescue Remains Central to Response

Hydropower tunnel searches remained one of the most technically difficult parts of Nepal’s disaster response.

Teams from Nepal, India, China and South Korea continued working at separate sites, while authorities coordinated equipment and logistical support.

September 3, 02:00 UTC — Identification Work Continues

Forensic teams continued processing DNA information from recovered remains.

Nepal’s government has asked families of missing people to provide DNA information through Nepal Police or the appropriate authorities to assist formal identification.

September 3, 03:00 UTC — Government Continues Monitoring River Conditions

Nepal’s Department of Hydrology and Meteorology continues operating its flood forecasting and early-warning systems.

The agency provides live river monitoring and rainfall information as authorities continue managing the aftermath of the disaster.

September 3, 04:00 UTC — Current Situation

Nepal remains in an active search, recovery and relief operation.

The latest official government briefing reports 1,114 bodies recovered, around 3,900 people missing and 11,993 rescued. Tunnel-rescue teams from India, China and South Korea continue working with Nepali teams, while forensic specialists support DNA identification.

The government has not yet released a newer reconciled national casualty figure. JournosNews will therefore retain the September 2 government figures as the principal verified national snapshot rather than substitute a larger figure from secondary reporting.

Emergency Response

Nepal Army, Nepal Police and Armed Police Force personnel continue search, rescue, evacuation and relief operations.

The Government of Nepal says specialized international teams are supporting specific technical tasks, including tunnel rescue and forensic identification.

International Assistance

India, China and South Korea have supplied specialized rescue expertise and equipment.

Nepal has also coordinated with Singapore and other international partners on forensic identification, drones, LiDAR, temporary bridges and other equipment.

Infrastructure Recovery

The government continues assessing damage to roads, bridges, homes and hydropower facilities.

Restoration of telecommunications, electricity and road links is also underway in affected areas.

Weather and Flood Monitoring

The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology continues operating Nepal’s flood forecasting and early-warning services.

Its official systems provide river-level, rainfall and weather information. JournosNews will report new flood warnings only when the relevant government agency issues them.

What Changed During This 12-Hour Window

Latest official recovered-body figure: 1,114

Latest official missing-person figure: About 3,900

Latest official rescued figure: 11,993

Tunnel rescue: Active at Langtang, Chilime, Upper Trishuli 3A and Upper Trishuli 1

Forensic response: Expanded with teams from India, China, South Korea and Singapore

Infrastructure: Assessment and restoration ongoing

Relief: Continuing

River and weather monitoring: Active

Sources / References

Primary sources: Government of Nepal; Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Nepal; Department of Hydrology and Meteorology; Rasuwa Flood Rescue Portal; Nepal Police; National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority. Supporting reporting: Reuters and other professional news organizations used only where they provide additional verified information not contained in available primary-source updates.

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Nepal remains in an active search, recovery and relief operation following the August 26 Bhote Koshi flash flood and associated debris flows.

The latest Nepal Police operational update, issued at 05:00 Nepal Standard Time on September 2, reports 1,127 bodies recovered, 4,858 people missing and 6,541 people rescued. Police say 7,912 personnel are deployed across affected areas for search, rescue, relief distribution and management of recovered bodies.

The broader government situation assessment has reported different totals, including 1,050 deaths and 3,916 missing people, illustrating the continuing reconciliation of national, district and operational datasets. JournosNews should not merge these figures without attribution.

Major Developments We’re Following

• Nepal Police reports 1,127 bodies recovered as of 05:00 NST on September 2.
• Police report 4,858 people still missing and 6,541 people rescued through police-led operations.
• Police have completed legal examination procedures for 1,113 recovered bodies, while 95 have been handed over to relatives.
• Details of 911 unidentified bodies have been uploaded by Nepal Police to assist families with identification.
• 947 people associated with hydropower projects remain unaccounted for according to the Independent Power Producers’ Association of Nepal, although it remains unclear how many are trapped inside underground facilities.
• Rescue teams continue attempting to reach underground powerhouses and tunnels at Upper Trishuli-1, Upper Trishuli-3A, Upper Trishuli-3B, Rasuwagadhi, Langtang Khola and Chilime.
• Nepal’s Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has warnings in effect on September 2.
• DHM reports 107 mm of maximum rainfall during the previous 24 hours at Khudi Bazar.

What We Know

• Event: Bhote Koshi flash flood and associated debris flows
• Initial event: August 26, 2026
• Primary affected area: Rasuwa
• Main river corridors: Bhote Koshi and Trishuli
• Latest Nepal Police recovered-body count: 1,127
• Latest Nepal Police missing-person count: 4,858
• Latest Nepal Police rescue count: 6,541
• Police personnel deployed: 7,912
• Unidentified bodies listed by police: 911
• Hydropower personnel unaccounted for: 947 according to IPPAN
• Weather monitoring: Active
• Flood warnings: In effect
• Search and recovery: Ongoing
• Body identification: Ongoing
• Relief distribution: Ongoing

What We Don’t Know

• The final national death toll remains unknown.
• National missing-person totals remain subject to reconciliation.
• It is not known how many hydropower workers are actually trapped underground versus missing elsewhere.
• The number of survivors potentially inside individual powerhouses has not been established.
• The full extent of infrastructure damage remains under assessment.
• The final economic cost has not been established.
• The full scientific sequence behind the flood remains under assessment.

Public Safety Information

Nepal’s Department of Hydrology and Meteorology shows current warnings in effect on September 2 and continues real-time rainfall and hydrological monitoring.

DHM’s current monitoring page reports a 107 mm 24-hour rainfall maximum at Khudi Bazar and provides active river-level and warning information.

The Government of Nepal’s Rasuwa Flood Rescue Portal provides official emergency contacts, including 1234 for rescue, 100 for police, 102 for ambulance and 1155 for NDRRMA.

Live Updates

September 1, 16:30 UTC — Government Continues Tunnel Rescue Operations

Nepal’s government continued prioritizing searches inside hydropower tunnels where workers remain unaccounted for.

Home Minister Sudhan Gurung said authorities were attempting to reach tunnel interiors by digging through the upper sections of underground powerhouses and using drones where possible.

September 1, 17:30 UTC — Hydropower Searches Remain the Main Rescue Challenge

Rescue teams continued working at several hydropower facilities in Rasuwa and Nuwakot.

The Kathmandu Post reported that workers remained unaccounted for at Upper Trishuli-1, Upper Trishuli-3A, Upper Trishuli-3B, Rasuwagadhi, Langtang Khola and Chilime. Mud, water, collapsed sections and blocked access routes continued to prevent teams from reaching some underground powerhouses.

September 1, 18:30 UTC — Government Reports More Than 21,000 Personnel Deployed

The Government of Nepal said more than 21,000 Nepal Army, Nepal Police and Armed Police Force personnel were engaged in search, rescue, evacuation and relief operations.

The government said specialized international teams were also supporting technically difficult operations.

September 1, 19:30 UTC — India Continues Tunnel and Forensic Assistance

India reported that 163 Indian nationals had been rescued and that a specialized 19-member forensic team was working with Nepalese authorities on DNA identification.

An Indian tunnel-rescue team continued working at the Chilime hydropower site despite difficult access conditions.

September 1, 20:30 UTC — South Korea Expands Emergency Support

South Korea confirmed it would send a 44-member emergency relief team to Nepal to support search-and-rescue operations.

The deployment follows Nepal’s request for specialized assistance after the flood affected hydropower facilities in Rasuwa.

September 1, 21:30 UTC — Government Estimates 1.6 Million People Affected

Nepal’s preliminary situation report said approximately 1.6 million people had been affected by the Bhotekoshi floods.

The report identified Rasuwa and Nuwakot as the worst-affected districts and said Dhading, Gorkha and Chitwan were among moderately affected districts.

September 1, 22:30 UTC — Government Situation Report Lists 1,050 Deaths

Nepal’s preliminary situation report placed the national death toll at 1,050, with 3,916 people missing and 11,814 rescued.

The report said 292 injured people had received treatment at health facilities, while 79 remained under treatment and 210 had been discharged; the figures represent the government’s situation-report dataset and should not be combined with the later Nepal Police operational figures without attribution.

September 1, 23:15 UTC — Nepal Police Reports 1,127 Bodies Recovered

Nepal Police’s latest operational update, issued at 05:00 NST on September 2, reports 1,127 bodies recovered.

The bodies were found in Rasuwa, Nuwakot, Dhading, Chitwan, Gorkha, Tanahun, Nawalparasi East, Nawalparasi West and India.

September 1, 23:15 UTC — Police Report 4,858 People Missing

The same Nepal Police update reports 4,858 people still missing.

Police continue searching affected areas while coordinating with other security agencies and local communities.

September 1, 23:15 UTC — Police Report 6,541 Rescued

Nepal Police reports that 6,541 people have been rescued through operations in affected areas.

Police personnel are also clearing blocked roads, moving families from high-risk areas and supporting relief and body-management operations.

September 1, 23:15 UTC — 911 Unidentified Bodies Listed Online

Nepal Police says details of 911 unidentified bodies have been uploaded to its website to assist families searching for missing relatives.

Police said 1,113 bodies had completed legal examination procedures and 95 had been handed over to relatives.

September 2, 00:15 UTC — Identification Efforts Continue in Pokhara

Radio Nepal reported that 21 of 102 bodies brought to Pokhara for identification have been identified and handed over to families.

Seventy-six unidentified bodies were placed in a managed burial area, while five remained at the mortuary for additional testing. DNA samples have been collected from the bodies to support future identification.

September 2, 01:15 UTC — Hydropower Workers Remain Unaccounted For

The Kathmandu Post reported that 947 people associated with hydropower projects remained unaccounted for according to IPPAN data.

The organization said it was not yet clear how many were inside underground powerhouses or tunnels when the flood struck and how many may have been swept away elsewhere.

September 2, 02:00 UTC — Rescue Teams Face Blocked Underground Access

At Upper Trishuli-3A, rescue teams were still attempting to reach the underground powerhouse through a tunnel system filled with water and mud.

At Rasuwagadhi, rescuers had reached an obstructed section but had not yet reached the powerhouse. Heavy machinery and excavation remain necessary at several sites.

September 2, 02:30 UTC — Families Continue Seeking Information

Families of missing hydropower workers continued pressing authorities and project operators for faster searches and clearer information.

Authorities say the rescue operation remains active and that technical teams are being used to identify safe ways to reach underground facilities.

September 2, 03:00 UTC — DHM Maintains Flood Monitoring

Nepal’s Department of Hydrology and Meteorology continues monitoring rainfall and river levels.

Its September 2 system shows warnings in effect, with real-time hydrological monitoring available across monitored river basins.

September 2, 03:30 UTC — 107 mm Rainfall Recorded at Khudi Bazar

DHM’s current monitoring page reports a 24-hour maximum rainfall of 107 mm at Khudi Bazar.

The agency continues monitoring river levels and rainfall as authorities manage continuing flood and landslide risks.

September 2, 04:24 UTC — Current Situation

Nepal remains in an active search and recovery operation.

The latest Nepal Police operational update reports 1,127 bodies recovered, 4,858 people missing and 6,541 rescued. Meanwhile, the government’s broader situation report has reported 1,050 deaths, 3,916 missing and 11,814 rescued. These datasets are not directly interchangeable and should remain separately attributed until the government publishes a reconciled national assessment.

Searches at hydropower tunnels remain one of the most difficult parts of the response, while Nepal’s weather agency continues issuing warnings and monitoring rainfall and river conditions.

Emergency Response

Nepal Army, Nepal Police and Armed Police Force personnel remain deployed across affected areas.

Police are conducting search and rescue, road clearance, relief distribution, body management and relocation of families from high-risk areas.

Specialized teams from India, China and South Korea are supporting tunnel-rescue and forensic operations.

Humanitarian Response

Relief operations continue in affected districts while authorities assess damage to homes, roads, bridges, hydropower facilities and other infrastructure.

The United Nations Development Programme has estimated approximately 2.2 million tonnes of debris within the areas assessed along the Bhote Koshi–Trishuli system. The estimate remains preliminary.

Body Identification

Nepal Police has expanded formal identification procedures.

The latest police update says 911 unidentified bodies have been documented online, while DNA samples are being collected to support identification.

The Government of Nepal has also asked families of missing people to provide DNA information through official channels.

Weather and Hydrology

DHM reports warnings in effect on September 2.

The agency’s current data shows a 107 mm 24-hour rainfall maximum at Khudi Bazar and continues to monitor river levels across Nepal.

JournosNews should not infer additional flood impacts from rainfall measurements alone. Any evacuation or hazard statement should be based on an official warning.

What Changed During This 12-Hour Window

Nepal Police recovered bodies:
Latest operational count: 1,127

Nepal Police missing:
4,858

Nepal Police rescued:
6,541

Police personnel deployed:
7,912

Unidentified bodies listed by police:
911

Hydropower personnel unaccounted for:
947, according to IPPAN

DHM current status:
Warnings in effect

24-hour maximum rainfall:
107 mm at Khudi Bazar

Sources / References

Government of Nepal: Nepal Police, National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Department of Hydrology and Meteorology, Office of the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers, Rasuwa Flood Rescue Portal, Nepal Department of Tourism.

Scientific and humanitarian institutions: UNDP, WHO, UNICEF, WFP, ICIMOD, IFRC, Nepal Red Cross Society.

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Nepal remains in an active search, rescue, recovery and relief operation on the seventh day after the August 26 Bhote Koshi flash flood devastated communities and infrastructure across Rasuwa and downstream districts.

The latest Government of Nepal briefing reported 1,010 recovered bodies, about 4,000 people still unaccounted for and more than 11,800 people rescued. The government said the figures remain subject to further search and verification.

More than 21,000 security personnel are currently involved in search, rescue, evacuation and relief operations. Specialist tunnel-rescue teams from India, China and South Korea are working with Nepali authorities at affected hydropower projects.

Major Developments We’re Following

• Nepal’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs says 1,010 bodies have been recovered.
• About 4,000 people remain unaccounted for, according to the latest government briefing.
• More than 11,800 people have been rescued, including about 324 foreign nationals.
• Approximately 590 foreign nationals from 39 countries remain missing.
• More than 21,000 Nepal Army, Nepal Police and Armed Police Force personnel are deployed across affected areas.
• Specialist tunnel-rescue teams from India, China and South Korea are assisting operations at hydropower sites.
• Nepal’s police have begun a DNA-based identification process requiring first-degree relatives of missing people to provide samples.
• Nepal’s hydrological authorities continue monitoring rivers and warning conditions as the monsoon remains active.

What We Know

• Disaster: Bhote Koshi flash flood and associated debris flows
• Initial event: August 26, 2026
• Primary affected area: Rasuwa
• Main river systems: Bhote Koshi and Trishuli
• Bodies recovered: 1,010
• Missing / unaccounted: About 4,000
• Rescued: More than 11,800
• Foreign nationals missing: About 590 from 39 countries
• Security personnel deployed: More than 21,000
• Hydropower rescue: Ongoing
• Body identification: Ongoing
• River monitoring: Active
• Relief operations: Ongoing
• Affected districts: Rasuwa, Nuwakot, Dhading, Gorkha, Tanahun, Nawalparasi East, Nawalparasi West and Chitwan, among others.

What We Don’t Know

• The final death toll remains unknown.
• The exact number of missing people remains unresolved.
• Some people listed as missing may later be located.
• The number of people still inside or near damaged hydropower facilities has not been established.
• The full extent of damage to homes, roads, bridges and hydropower infrastructure remains under assessment.
• The final economic cost of the disaster has not yet been determined.
• The precise scientific sequence that triggered the flood remains under assessment.

Public Safety Information

Nepal’s Department of Hydrology and Meteorology continues operating its river-monitoring and warning systems. Its September 1 monitoring platform shows active hydrological information and warning services.

The department reports a current 24-hour maximum rainfall of 98.8 millimetres at Dandaswara and continues monitoring river levels across the country.

The Government of Nepal has repeatedly advised residents and response personnel to rely on official warnings and verified information as river and weather conditions change.

JournosNews should reproduce specific evacuation or emergency instructions only when issued by the relevant Nepalese authority.

Live Updates

August 31, 13:30 UTC — Government Expands International Rescue Coordination

Nepal continued coordinating specialized international assistance for search, rescue and relief operations.

The Government of Nepal said it particularly required technical assistance involving tunnel rescue, forensic identification, DNA testing, LiDAR, high-capacity drones, temporary bridges and equipment for preserving recovered remains.

August 31, 14:30 UTC — Search Focuses on Hydropower Projects

Search teams continued concentrating on hydropower facilities in Rasuwa and Nuwakot, where hundreds of workers remained unaccounted for.

NDRRMA had previously listed 933 people associated with hydropower projects as missing, although subsequent verification has changed the number as authorities reconcile attendance and rescue records.

August 31, 15:30 UTC — Tunnel Rescue Operations Continue

Nepali and international teams continued clearing mud, water and debris from hydropower tunnels.

At Upper Trishuli-3A, rescuers were working through a heavily obstructed tunnel system. At Chilime and Langtang Khola, teams were also attempting to reach areas where workers remained unaccounted for.

August 31, 16:30 UTC — Nepal Army Reports 279 Hydropower Workers Rescued

The Nepal Army reported that 279 people had been rescued from hydropower projects affected by the flood.

The largest group was rescued from Upper Trishuli-I, while other rescues were conducted at Mailung Khola, Rasuwagadhi, Upper Trishuli-III B, Trishuli, Devighat and other facilities.

August 31, 17:30 UTC — Three More Bodies Recovered From Hydropower Tunnels

Rescue teams recovered three bodies from two hydropower tunnels during ongoing operations.

The discovery came as specialist teams continued working through mud-filled tunnel systems where access remains severely restricted.

August 31, 18:30 UTC — 903 Bodies and 4,247 Missing in Latest NDRRMA Assessment

NDRRMA’s August 31 assessment reported 903 recovered bodies, 4,247 people missing and 10,451 people rescued.

The assessment also reported 411 rescue and relief flights and more than 20,800 security personnel deployed.

These figures were later superseded by the September 1 government briefing, which reported 1,010 recovered bodies and about 4,000 still unaccounted for. The change should be treated as an updated official assessment, not a JournosNews correction.

August 31, 19:30 UTC — DNA Identification Process Expanded

The Government of Nepal published guidance asking families of missing people to provide fresh blood samples from a first-degree relative to assist DNA identification.

The Nepal Police said the samples will be compared with DNA profiles obtained from recovered bodies or human remains.

August 31, 20:30 UTC — Communications Restoration Continues

Nepal continued restoring communications infrastructure damaged by the flood.

Government reporting said Nepal Telecom had restored all 110 damaged towers, while 75 of Ncell’s 78 damaged towers had returned to operation.

August 31, 21:30 UTC — Relief Materials Continue Moving Into Affected Areas

Government agencies continued transporting food and relief supplies into Rasuwa, Nuwakot and other affected areas.

NDRRMA reported that relief shipments were being moved by road and helicopter as damaged infrastructure continued to complicate access.

September 1, 00:30 UTC — Search Operations Continue Overnight

Search teams continued working at hydropower facilities and downstream locations as authorities sought to locate missing people and recover additional remains.

The Nepal Army continued working with specialist teams from India, China and South Korea at selected tunnel sites.

September 1, 02:00 UTC — Temporary Access Routes Support Rescue Operations

Nepalese authorities and international partners continued work to restore transportation links and reach isolated areas.

Reuters reported that temporary bridges and heavy equipment were being used to reopen routes and support rescue and relief operations.

September 1, 03:30 UTC — Hydropower Tunnel Searches Continue

Rescue teams entered multiple tunnels to search for workers still unaccounted for.

At Chilime, Langtang and Upper Trishuli-I, teams advanced into tunnel systems but had not yet completed the searches.

September 1, 04:30 UTC — International Rescue Assistance Expands

South Korea announced that it would send a 44-member emergency relief team to Nepal following a formal request from the Nepalese government.

The team includes personnel from South Korea’s Foreign Ministry and fire agency and is expected to support search-and-rescue operations in Rasuwa.

September 1, 05:30 UTC — More Than 1,000 Bodies Recovered

The Government of Nepal’s latest Foreign Ministry briefing reported that 1,010 bodies had been recovered.

The ministry said about 4,000 people remained unaccounted for and emphasized that casualty and missing-person figures were still being updated as search and verification continued.

September 1, 06:00 UTC — More Than 11,800 People Rescued

The latest government briefing reported that more than 11,800 people had been rescued, including approximately 324 foreign nationals.

The government said the rescue operation remained active across the affected areas.

September 1, 06:30 UTC — About 590 Foreign Nationals Remain Missing

Nepal’s Foreign Ministry reported that approximately 590 foreign nationals from 39 countries remained missing.

The ministry’s Emergency Control Room continues coordinating with diplomatic missions, families and Nepalese authorities to verify information and assist with identification and repatriation.

September 1, 07:00 UTC — More Than 21,000 Security Personnel Deployed

The Government of Nepal said a unified force of more than 21,000 Nepal Army, Nepal Police and Armed Police Force personnel is engaged in search, rescue, evacuation and relief operations.

The deployment covers affected communities, hydropower facilities and other areas requiring emergency assistance.

September 1, 07:30 UTC — Specialist Tunnel Teams Continue Work

The Foreign Ministry said 24 Indian specialists in two teams and nine Chinese specialists were deployed at affected hydropower sites, with a South Korean team also present.

Indian teams are working with the Nepal Army at Chilime and Langtang, while a Chinese team is coordinating with Nepali forces at Upper Trishuli-3A.

September 1, 08:00 UTC — Forensic Assistance Expanded

An 18-member Indian forensic team specializing in DNA analysis has been working with Nepalese authorities since August 29.

The Foreign Ministry said a four-person Chinese forensic team was expected to arrive on September 1 and that Nepal was also coordinating with Singapore over a Disaster Victim Identification team.

September 1, 08:30 UTC — Government Requests Specialized Equipment

Nepal has requested specialized equipment including LiDAR systems, temporary bridges, freezers, DNA-testing kits, load carriers, human-remains bags, high-capacity drones and genetic sequencing equipment.

The requests reflect the shift from immediate rescue toward increasingly complex recovery, identification and access operations.

September 1, 09:00 UTC — Damage Assessment Continues

The Government of Nepal said authorities were assessing damage to homes, roads, bridges, hydropower facilities and other critical infrastructure.

A broader Post-Disaster Needs Assessment is expected to provide a clearer picture of overall damage, losses and long-term recovery requirements.

September 1, 10:00 UTC — Hydrological Monitoring Remains Active

The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology continues monitoring rainfall and river conditions across Nepal.

Its September 1 system shows active warning and hydrological-monitoring services, with a reported 24-hour maximum rainfall of 98.8 millimetres at Dandaswara.

September 1, 11:00 UTC — Nepal Police Continues Body Management

Nepal Police continued documenting recovered remains and coordinating identification.

Police have also published information on unidentified people and requested DNA samples from families of missing persons to support formal identification.

September 1, 12:00 UTC — Relief Operations Continue

Food, medical supplies and other relief materials continued moving into affected communities.

The Government of Nepal said assistance from international partners was being coordinated according to specific requirements identified on the ground rather than through a general request for unrestricted assistance.

September 1, 13:14 UTC — Current Situation

Nepal remains in an active search, recovery and relief phase on the seventh day after the Bhote Koshi flood.

The latest Government of Nepal briefing reports 1,010 recovered bodies, about 4,000 people still unaccounted for and more than 11,800 rescued. More than 21,000 security personnel remain deployed, while specialist teams continue searching hydropower tunnels and forensic teams work to identify recovered remains.

Emergency Response

The Government of Nepal continues to lead the national response, with the Nepal Army, Nepal Police, Armed Police Force, local governments, medical teams and humanitarian organizations operating across affected areas.

The government is coordinating specialized international assistance from India, China, South Korea and other partners for tunnel rescue, forensic identification, emergency equipment and relief logistics.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ Emergency Control Room continues assisting with foreign-national cases, while diplomatic missions are helping verify information and coordinate with families.

Humanitarian Response

UNICEF says 17,000 children require urgent humanitarian assistance following the flooding. Roads and bridges have been destroyed, while water, health and telecommunications infrastructure has been damaged.

The WFP and other humanitarian organizations continue supporting food, logistics and emergency relief operations. A dedicated humanitarian response is also being coordinated through the United Nations and Nepalese authorities.

Infrastructure and Recovery

The government says damage assessments are underway for houses, roads, bridges, hydropower facilities and other critical infrastructure.

A full Post-Disaster Needs Assessment has not yet been completed, so any current reconstruction-cost estimate should be treated as preliminary rather than a final figure.

Scientific Assessment

The precise chain of events that caused the August 26 flood remains under scientific assessment.

Earlier scientific and humanitarian assessments identified a sudden surge entering the Bhote Koshi from the Tibet side and investigated high-altitude ice-rock processes. JournosNews should continue describing the exact trigger as under investigation unless a competent scientific authority establishes a final cause.

What Changed During This 24-Hour Window

Recovered bodies:
903 → 1,010

Missing / unaccounted:
4,247 → about 4,000

Rescued:
10,451 → more than 11,800

Security personnel:
20,899 → more than 21,000

Foreign nationals missing:
Approximately 590 from 39 countries

These changes represent evolving official assessments and verification. They should not be described as JournosNews corrections.

Reporting Credit: Government of Nepal — National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority and Ministry of Foreign Affairs; Nepal Army, Nepal Police and Armed Police Force — search, rescue and recovery operations; Department of Hydrology and Meteorology — rainfall, river monitoring and warnings; WHO, UNICEF, WFP, ICIMOD and IFRC — humanitarian and scientific assessments.

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Hungary, Romania and Serbia have all warned that falling river levels are affecting nuclear and hydroelectric generation. Officials say continued hot and dry weather could further reduce electricity production in the coming days.

The Danube, one of Europe’s most important waterways, fell to about 10 centimeters (4 inches) in Budapest on Monday—well below the previous record low of 33 centimeters (13 inches) set in 2018.

Forecasters expect temperatures to exceed 38 degrees Celsius (100 degrees Fahrenheit) this week, increasing electricity demand for cooling while limiting power generation.

Hungary’s Nuclear Plant Faces Possible Shutdown

Hungary’s Paks Nuclear Power Plant has sharply reduced electricity production because low Danube water levels have restricted the amount of cooling water available for its reactors.

The facility generated about 240 megawatts on Monday, compared with its normal output of roughly 2,000 megawatts.

Prime Minister Péter Magyar said engineers had managed to keep the plant’s final operating turbine running, temporarily avoiding a complete shutdown that had been expected over the weekend.

He cautioned, however, that the plant could still suspend operations later this week if river levels continue to fall.

Located about 90 kilometers (55 miles) south of Budapest, the Paks facility produces nearly half of Hungary’s electricity and accounts for about one-third of the country’s total power consumption.

To offset lower production, Hungary has increased electricity imports from neighboring countries and expanded its use of renewable energy sources.

Governments Introduce Power Conservation Measures

Hungary has asked major industrial users to reduce electricity consumption and urged households to conserve energy during peak demand between 5 p.m. and 10 p.m.

Beginning Monday, authorities also prohibited electric freight trains from operating during peak hours. Officials estimate the measure will save between 70 and 90 megawatt-hours of electricity each day.

After initially relying on voluntary reductions, the government approved emergency powers allowing mandatory electricity limits for large industrial and commercial consumers if conditions worsen.

According to Magyar, conservation efforts reduced electricity demand by about 700 megawatts on Sunday.

Romania and Serbia Also Face Growing Pressure

The drought has also disrupted electricity production elsewhere along the Danube.

In Romania, military engineers used explosives near the Bala Canal on Monday to redirect more water toward the Danube’s main channel and help maintain cooling operations at the state-owned Cernavoda Nuclear Power Plant.

Officials said river flow had dropped to about 1,500 cubic meters per second—less than one-third of the average July level.

One reactor at the plant has already been shut down, leaving the facility operating at about half of its normal capacity.

Acting Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan declared a nationwide energy alert on Friday and warned that the remaining reactor could also be forced offline if water levels continue to decline.

Several major manufacturers have also reduced operations. Automakers Dacia and Ford suspended vehicle production and began scheduled maintenance until Aug. 19, while other industrial companies agreed to lower electricity use during evening peak hours.

Hydropower Output Falls in Serbia

Serbia is facing similar challenges as historically low Danube levels reduce hydropower generation.

Officials said the country’s main hydroelectric plant is operating at only about 20% of its normal capacity.

Prime Minister Djuro Macut convened an emergency meeting on Monday and appealed to residents to reduce electricity consumption, particularly by limiting the use of air conditioners and other high-energy household appliances.

Macut described the situation as “serious and demanding,” warning that continued drought could place additional pressure on Serbia’s electricity system.

The ongoing drought highlights the growing vulnerability of Europe’s energy infrastructure to prolonged periods of extreme heat, with governments across the region balancing rising electricity demand against declining water supplies needed to sustain power generation.

This report is based on reporting by The Associated Press.

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