Australian hikers missing after Nepal floods

In late August 2026, severe flash flooding in Nepal swept away bridges and devastated towns like Trishuli, leaving nearly 1,500 people missing, including 35 Australians. Among them are a couple from New South Wales, confirmed missing by authorities. The disaster struck as the region experienced heavy monsoon rains, causing rivers to overflow and triggering landslides.

Nepali Australians have expressed shock at the scale of the destruction, while rescue efforts continue. The owner of Kailash Journeys, a trekking company, provided helicopter footage showing the extent of the flooding. Meanwhile, back in Australia, grass fires were reported in areas like West Tamworth, but these are unrelated to the Nepal disaster.