Here is the latest summary on the disaster:
At least 579 people have been killed in Nepal and five in Tibet after deadly flash floods struck villages in the border region between Nepal and Tibet on Wednesday.Nearly 2,000 people are missing in Nepal, including at least 38 Australians.The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade is “urgently” seeking an update on the welfare of missing Australians. Foreign Minister Penny Wong says they were part of separate pilgrimages and tour groups. The department’s 24-hour Consular Emergency Centre can be reached at 1300 555 135, or +61 2 6261 3305 (if calling from overseas).The floods were likely triggered by a large chunk of ice breaking off a Himalayan glacier, according to satellite imagery, sending tonnes of ice and rock tumbling into a river below.More than 93,000 people are believed to have been caught up in this disaster and in need of aid, according to the Red Cross.If you want to help, the ABC is supporting the Emergency Action Alliance member charities and their local partners. You can find more information here, and make a donation here.