Disaster in the Himalayas: The Unseen Victims of Nepal's Mudslide The recent mudslide that devastated parts of eastern China was triggered by a devastating event thousands of miles away in Nepal.
As news of the disaster spread, many noted the unusual twist – this calamity had far reaching consequences. The sheer scale of the disaster is awe inspiring.
The mudslide, which occurred near Gyirong in Tibet, sent a wall of debris careening down the mountain river, wiping out entire areas and leaving hundreds stranded.