Nepal Floods and Landslides: Heavy Rainfall Claims Lives, Leaves Several Missing
Three days of continuous heavy rainfall have triggered floods, landslides and riverbank erosion across Nepal, leaving people dead, missing and displaced. Reports published on September 27 recorded between 12 and 17 deaths nationwide, with seven people listed as missing in the national disaster authority's update. Baglung, Palpa, Myagdi and other districts have reported casualties and damage, while rescue and relief operations continue. The situation remains serious, particularly for communities living near rivers and in landslide-prone mountain areas.
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Nepal continues to face a serious natural disaster as three days of continuous heavy rainfall have triggered floods, landslides and riverbank erosion across several parts of the country. The disaster has caused loss of life, damaged homes and infrastructure, and forced hundreds of families from their homes.
According to reports published on September 27, 2026, heavy rainfall since September 24 has resulted in multiple deaths and missing persons, particularly in western Nepal. Mountainous districts have been among the affected areas, where landslides and swollen rivers have disrupted daily life and damaged settlements.
The latest reports confirm at least 12 deaths nationwide according to Nepal's disaster management authority, while a separate report from western Nepal puts the death toll at 17. The figures reflect different reporting updates and geographic coverage.
Death toll and missing persons
Reported deaths nationwide
12–17
Figures differ across September 27 reports
Reported missing
7
National disaster authority's report
Displaced or affected
1,451+
People displaced in western Nepal
Sources: Nepal disaster management authority and Kathmandu Post, September 27, 2026.
According to the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority, 12 people had died since September 24, while seven people remained missing. The missing included one person in Palpa, four in Baglung and two in Myagdi.
However, a later report from western Nepal stated that at least 17 people had died, with 11 deaths recorded in Gandaki Province alone. The difference in figures may reflect separate reporting periods and updates.
Four members of a family killed in Baglung
One of the most tragic incidents was reported in Nisi Khola Rural Municipality-3 of Baglung district.
A landslide struck a house at approximately 3:45 am on Sunday, killing four members of the same family.
The victims were identified as 39-year-old Shyam Kumari BK and her three sons, Manoj, 12, Mukesh, 9, and Nisan, 5.
The incident highlights the danger faced by families living in landslide-prone mountain settlements during prolonged rainfall.
Homes destroyed and families displaced
Continuous rainfall has caused extensive damage to houses, roads and other infrastructure across affected districts.
According to preliminary figures from Gandaki Province:
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179 houses were completely destroyed.
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26 houses were partially damaged.
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Another 270 houses were reported at risk.
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More than 1,451 people were displaced.
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Four people were reported injured, while four remained missing in the province in the later report.
Earlier provincial reporting recorded 14 deaths and two missing people, illustrating how casualty figures continued to change as information was updated.
Rivers rising and mountain communities at risk
Authorities have warned of possible flash floods across several districts as water levels in major rivers and their tributaries continue to rise.
The flooding has also disrupted electricity supplies in Manang, Mustang, Myagdi and Baglung. Damage to hydropower infrastructure has added to the difficulties faced by residents in affected areas.
The Meteorological Forecasting Division has issued warnings about heavy rainfall and potential hazards, while disaster management authorities continue preparations and monitoring.
Rescue and relief operations
Rescue and relief operations are continuing in affected areas. Authorities and emergency personnel are working to locate missing people, assist displaced families and assess damage.
Mountainous terrain, damaged roads and continuing rainfall can make access difficult for rescue teams. Residents in vulnerable settlements have been urged to remain alert and follow official safety instructions.
The full extent of the damage is still being assessed, and casualty figures may change as authorities receive further information.
