On 26 August, catastrophic flash floods tore through northern Nepal after a glacier collapse sent water, mud and debris through the Bhotekoshi-Trishuli river system. As of 3 September, at least 1,252 people have been reported dead, with more than 4,200 still missing. Around 7,500 homes have been completely destroyed, and approximately 20,000 homes require rebuilding or major recovery support. Around 4,000 displaced people are reported to be living in relief camps.
On 26 August, catastrophic flash floods tore through northern Nepal after a glacier collapse sent water, mud and debris through the Bhotekoshi-Trishuli river system. As of 3 September, at least 1,252 people have been reported dead, with more than 4,200 still missing. Around 7,500 homes have been completely destroyed, and approximately 20,000 homes require rebuilding or major recovery support. Around 4,000 displaced people are reported to be living in relief camps.
Roads, bridges and water systems have been destroyed or cut off. UNICEF reports that at least 22,000 children urgently need safe water, sanitation and hygiene support. Many survivors escaped with little more than the clothes they were wearing and urgently need food, clean water, clothing and blankets, temporary shelter, hygiene supplies and medical care. Figures remain subject to change as search and assessments continue.
UKIM is launching an urgent Nepal Emergency Flood Appeal to support families affected by this catastrophe. With your leadership, we can provide lifesaving aid including emergency food, clean water, essential clothing, hygiene kits, shelter and medical support.
We request your full support by organising a Jummah fundraising collection on Friday 11th September 2026 in your branch. Please implement the following key actions to maximise the response:
Let us stand united in this time of urgent need. May Allah (SWT) accept your efforts and bless our collective response to save lives, provide shelter and ease suffering.
Large collapse of ice and rock in the Himalayas sent a huge surge of water, mud and debris into the Bhote Koshi and Trishuli river valleys
£100
Family Food Pack & Essential Clothes
Provide essential family food supplies together with hygiene items, clothing and blankets for people who have lost homes and belongings.
£120
Cooked Meals for 120 People
Provide ready-to-eat meals and safe drinking water to displaced families, relief centres and communities cut off by flooding.
£150
Temporary Shelter (Tarpaulin/Tent)
Help a displaced family with emergency shelter materials and protection from rain, cold and exposure after their home has been damaged or destroyed.
£200
Clean Drinking Water Supply (Water Tanks)
Support safe water delivery and storage where flood damage has disrupted water systems and increased the risk of water-borne disease.
£250
Emergency Medical Camp
Bring basic medical assessment, essential medicines and health support closer to displaced families and hard-to-reach communities.
£500
Family Food Packs (10 Families)
Provide essential food support for 10 families facing displacement, lost livelihoods and urgent household needs.
£1000 or £84pm
Shelter/Home Recovery Support
Help a family repair or recover safe shelter after flood damage, subject to local assessment and programme criteria.
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