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Nepal is reeling from devastating flash flooding, and Australian officials say dozens of citizens may be among those unaccounted for in the affected region. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese confirmed DFAT is ready to provide consular assistance, with a local tourism official putting the number of missing Australians at around thirty-four, among hundreds of foreign nationals caught up in the disaster. According to The Guardian, Australian officials have not confirmed exact figures and are working with local authorities and tour operators to check on people's welfare. The situation on the ground remains fluid as authorities continue trying to account for everyone in the flood zone.

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