Source: European Commission Humanitarian Aid Office
Country: Nepal
Continuous monsoon rains have triggered floods and landslides across 25 districts in Nepal. Local media reports 68 casualties so far.
According to the Nepal Red Cross 5 600 persons have been forced to flee their homes, nearly 8 000 families (approximately 40 000 persons) have been affected and more than 400 homes destroyed.
Volunteers started to distribute relief items – tarpaulins, blankets, family tents, hygiene kits, food – and are assessing the damage. Some areas of the country are difficult to access due to high water levels and landslides.