Residents of a flood-devastated community in Dhading, Nepal, say they believe more bodies remain buried beneath the thick mud left by the disaster. Al Jazeera's Jessica Washington reported from the area as recovery work continued.
Dhading was among the areas hit hardest after a Himalayan glacier collapse sent torrents of water, rock and mud down river valleys. Landslides have buried homes and infrastructure, making it difficult for rescuers to reach or search many locations.
Hundreds of people remain missing across Nepal, and communities fear the true death toll is higher than official counts. The reporting highlights the grim reality facing families who cannot recover the remains of loved ones.

Residents of a flood-devastated community in Dhading, Nepal, say they believe more bodies remain buried beneath the thick mud left by the disaster. Al Jazeera's Jessica Washington reported from the area as recovery work continued.

Dhading was among the areas hit hardest after a Himalayan glacier collapse sent torrents of water, rock and mud down river valleys. Landslides have buried homes and infrastructure, making it difficult for rescuers to reach or search many locations.

Hundreds of people remain missing across Nepal, and communities fear the true death toll is higher than official counts. The reporting highlights the grim reality facing families who cannot recover the remains of loved ones.

πŸ“° Source: Al Jazeera
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