'Non-Summit's Susan on Nepal Floods: "No Damage in My Hometown.. Please Pray for Us"

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Nepali-born broadcaster Susan Shakya expressed sorrow over the flood damage that struck Lhasa and surrounding areas in Nepal, and prayed for the safe return of missing South Korean citizens.

On the 27th, Susan Shakya stated via her social media: "I offer my deepest condolences and prayers to all those affected by the devastating floods in Lhasa and surrounding areas, and to families who have lost loved ones or are still waiting for missing persons."

She added, "In particular, I pray for the swift rescue of the missing South Korean citizens."

Susan Shakya also explained about the affected areas of Lhasa. She said, "Lhasa is a region in central-northern Nepal and an important gateway of the Himalayas connecting Nepal, Tibet, and China. It plays a crucial role not only in cross-border trade and hydropower projects but also serves as a major route for Buddhist and Hindu pilgrims heading to sacred sites such as Kailash and Manasarovar."

She further added, "Even my acquaintances visited this area just two weeks ago, indicating that many Nepalis and foreign visitors pass through this rugged and vulnerable mountainous region every year."

Regarding the flood, concerns were also raised about natural disaster risks due to climate change. Susan Shakya stated, "This incident demonstrates that the risks of glacial lake outburst floods (GLOF), landslides, and various other natural disasters linked to climate change are increasing across the entire Himalayan region."

She also mentioned the Nepali government's response efforts: "The military, police, disaster management authorities, medical teams, and helicopters have been mobilized to strengthen search and rescue operations for missing persons. Additionally, evacuations of downstream residents facing potential further damage, emergency responses at the government level, and support cooperation with the international community are being pursued."

She then expressed hope that "India, China, South Korea, and other relevant countries can actively support Nepal's search, rescue, and recovery efforts through reliable and systematically coordinated official channels as soon as possible."

Susan Shakya said, "Please pray for just a moment on behalf of the people of Nepal and South Korea, and those who are missing. I will also do my part by providing Nepali-Korean translation services or connecting local channels."

Finally, she added, "I would like to express my gratitude to those who contacted me out of concern. Fortunately, my hometown, Kathmandu, is far from the affected area and has suffered no damage."

Meanwhile, a flood occurred in the central-northern Himalayan mountainous region of Nepal the previous day, resulting in at least 160 deaths and leaving 403 people missing, including 341 foreigners. Nine South Koreans have lost contact, while another 10 South Koreans are reported to be isolated but safe.

Susan Shakya gained recognition as a representative of Nepal on the JTBC variety program 'Non-Summit' and is currently active as both a broadcaster and an author.

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