Flooding death toll tops 600 as UK rapid response team heads to Nepal
- Posted on August 29, 2026
- By Evening Standard
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In brief
Devastating floods in Nepal have claimed over 600 lives, prompting international humanitarian intervention. The United Kingdom has mobilized a specialized rapid response team to provide emergency assistance and support for British citizens affected by the disaster. The team's arrival in Kathmandu marks a crucial step in coordinating relief efforts and ensuring the safety of British nationals and their families in the disaster-stricken regions.
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Flooding death toll tops 600 as UK rapid response team heads to Nepal
The UK team was due to arrive in the capital Kathmandu on Saturday to provide support for British nationals and their families.
