Long After the Floodwaters Recede, Resilience Will Be Tested The rescue of Sanjay Sah, a Nepali hydropower worker who spent 10 days in darkness within a flooded tunnel, serves as a stark reminder of the human cost behind the headlines.
The death toll from Nepal's recent floods has surpassed 1,400, with thousands more missing. Sah's remarkable story highlights an often overlooked aspect of disaster relief: the psychological toll on survivors.
While immediate needs such as shelter, food, and medical care are rightly prioritized, it is equally essential to consider the long term consequences of trauma.