Nepal floods deal a double blow to tourism and electricity exports

Autumn could see 30% of bookings canceled, while travel makes up 38% of service exports A drone view shows mud covering properties following a flash flood in Trishuli, Nuwakot district, Nepal, Aug. 27. © Reuters KATHMANDU — Milan Shrestha was away when devastating floods tore through northern Nepal in late August, sweeping away towns, roads, hotels and power plants. His parents, both in their late 50s, escaped uphill, but the family hotel was destroyed. His uncle, aunts and cousin remain missing.

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