Ottawa Sends Officials to Nepal as Search for Missing Canadians Continues: Anand
The federal government has 10 officials on the ground in Nepal to support Canadians affected by flooding, Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand said Monday. In a statement posted on social media, Anand said the officials, which include a member of the RCMP, are working to locate missing Canadians and support affected families. “Our priority is […]
TL;DR
- Ten Canadian officials are currently in Nepal to assist citizens affected by flooding.
- The team includes an RCMP member and is tasked with locating missing Canadians and supporting families.
- Flash flooding in Nepal, caused by a glacier collapse, has resulted in about 800 deaths and 3,000 missing individuals.
- One previously unaccounted-for Canadian has been confirmed safe.