Flooding in Nepal 2026

Nepal after the devastating floods

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“I Didn’t Know Where My Parents Were”: 13-Year-Old’s Escape

When the flood reached Bhaise, Sonika Nagarkoti ran uphill carrying her three-year-old brother.

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Finding a way through the fear

Through group counselling and individual care, UNICEF-supported teams are helping flood-affected children and families cope with distress and recover

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Holding on to childhood

After narrowly surviving the flood, 14-year-old Swostik is holding on to his family, to football and his dream of one day becoming a professional player

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From warehouses to families in need

Pre-positioned lifesaving supplies are making a continuous journey from Kathmandu to families affected by the recent floods in Nepal

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A newborn’s first days, far from home

Thirteen days after giving birth, Nanu Maya fled her home with her newborn and family when floodwaters ravaged their community

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Nepal Floods 2026 Humanitarian Situation Reports

Updates on the situation and UNICEF response to the 2026 floods in Nepal

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“Nothing but riverbank now”

A Nuwakot teacher reflects on losing her home and school to the Bhotekoshi floods, and why children need safe spaces to learn, play and recover.

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Small moments of joy

After the floods, UNICEF-supported child-friendly spaces are helping children find safety, routine and the simple joy of play.

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Vaccines on the move

UNICEF supports the Government-led OCV campaign to reach families at risk despite flood-damaged roads.

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What the floods left behind

In Nuwakot, UNICEF-supported mental health services are helping flood-affected children feel safe, heard and supported in the aftermath of the disaster.

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A way back to learning

In flood-affected areas in Nepal, UNICEF is setting up temporary learning centers to help children return to class, routine and a sense of safety

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