Two more Australians have been confirmed safe in the aftermath of the devastating Nepal-Tibet floods. This was reported by Qazaqyia.kz citing The Guardian.
The pair, who were previously uncontactable, have been found safe and do not require consular assistance.
It brings the total number of Australians missing in the floods down to 36.
Fifteen people in the Australian disaster assistance response team are expected to arrive in Kathmandu later Friday, while seven AFP disaster victim identification specialists are set to arrive on Saturday morning.
More than 1,200 people have been confirmed dead in the disaster, with more than 5,500 people missing.
Scale of the Floods
The severe flooding in Nepal and Tibet has claimed hundreds of lives, leaving thousands homeless. Rescue teams are continuing their search operations.
Australia's Response
The Australian government has deployed a specialized team to assist those affected. Team members will participate in rescue and humanitarian efforts.
Missing Persons
The number of missing persons remains high. Australian authorities are updating the list of missing citizens.
Casualties
According to official data, the death toll has exceeded 1,200. This number may rise as search operations continue.
International Aid
Offers of assistance are coming from around the world. The United Nations and other international organizations are sending humanitarian aid to the affected regions.
Conclusion
The Nepal-Tibet floods have become a large-scale disaster. The safety of Australian citizens remains a top priority. Authorities continue to search for the missing.