In Bharatpur, a region in southern Nepal, the aftermath of a severe flood on August 26 has turned local forests into makeshift cemeteries. The disaster overwhelmed the area's infrastructure, leading to a massive influx of bodies—some transported from as far as hundreds of kilometers away—arriving in large numbers. With morgues overflowing and resources stretched thin, authorities have resorted to temporarily burying the unidentified victims. This process is both urgent and deeply somber, as families are left searching for closure in the face of immense loss. Each burial is carried out with a specific protocol to aid future identification. Before interment, DNA samples are collected from the deceased, and a unique number is inscribed on the grave. This number serves as a crucial reference point for families who continue to hope for identification. Despite these efforts, the identification process has been slow. Of nearly 300 bodies recovered so far, only nine have been officially identified, highlighting the challenges of managing such a large-scale disaster. The situation in Bharatpur reflects the broader devastation caused by the flood, which has affected not only the local population but also strained the region’s emergency response systems. Many families are left without answers, searching through lists of numbers in the hope that one might match a loved one. The emotional toll is immense, as the community grapples with grief and uncertainty. International media, including France 24’s special correspondents, have visited one of the burial sites to document the ongoing crisis. Their reports provide a glimpse into the human cost of the disaster and the resilience of those trying to cope with the aftermath. As the search for identification continues, the temporary graves remain a stark reminder of the lives lost and the long road to recovery ahead.