Ten residents of Toronto who were part of a trek organized by a non‑profit group are missing after flash floods struck a region of Nepal earlier this week.
The flash‑flood event, described as sudden, hit the trekking area, causing deadly conditions. Rescue teams are searching for the missing trekkers, but as of now none have been accounted for.
The non‑profit group that arranged the expedition confirmed that the ten hikers were among a larger party of trekkers in the area. They have been cooperating with local authorities and international rescue efforts.
Officials in Nepal have warned that further weather‑related hazards remain possible, and families of the Toronto residents are awaiting news. The incident adds to the toll of the flash floods that have affected the region this week.
The flash floods that struck Nepal this week have caused multiple fatalities and left many unaccounted for, including the ten Toronto hikers.
The organization that sponsored the trek is working with Nepali rescue agencies, providing information about the missing individuals and assisting in logistical support.
Families of the missing Toronto residents have been notified and are maintaining contact with the group and authorities.
Rescue operations continue as teams from Nepal work to locate the missing trekkers, with the non‑profit group providing updates as they become available.
Canadian officials have been informed of the situation and are staying in contact with the non‑profit group and Nepali authorities.