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3.2-Magnitude Earthquake Hits Nepal Amid Deadly Floods

Brief By Twitter X / 11:15 PM on 27 Aug 2026


A 3.2-magnitude earthquake struck parts of Nepal on Thursday night, days after devastating flash floods caused widespread destruction. At least 389 people have reportedly died, while more than 1,000 remain missing. Nepal’s Embassy in India said 596 people from 33 countries are missing following the floods, adding to concerns over the humanitarian crisis.

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