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Metro Atlanta woman among thousands missing after Nepal-Tibet flash floods
Summary by The Atlanta Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Courtney Martinez, Candace McCowan , as published by WSB-TV (ABC) - News
· August 31, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points A woman from Cherokee County is among those reported missing after traveling for a pilgrimage. Flash floods and landslides have occurred, likely triggered by a glacial collapse.
Flash floods and landslides have occurred, likely triggered by a glacial collapse. This event had a significant energy impact, comparable to a notable earthquake. A woman from Cherokee County is among those reported missing after traveling for a pilgrimage.
Her family last heard from her on a Tuesday morning, before the disaster struck. Further details on the ongoing searches are available. The situation is being closely followed, with updates provided as more information becomes available.
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Published: August 31, 2026 ·
Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News ·
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