Heavy casualties feared as flash flood sweeps across parts of northern Nepal
Summary
A sudden flash flood hit northern Nepal’s Rasuwa district, washing away villages and damaging a hydropower dam. Rescue efforts are ongoing as officials warn of heavy damage and missing people.Key Facts
- The flood struck early Wednesday in Rasuwa, north of Kathmandu, near the border with Tibet.
- It was likely caused by melting snow entering the Bhote Koshi river, which runs from Tibet to Nepal.
- Several districts downstream are on high alert for further danger.
- Twelve people have been rescued so far, but many others, including 13 armed police officers, are missing.
- The disaster is expected to be worse than last year’s flood, which killed 18 people in the same area.
- A hydropower dam and infrastructure were damaged by the flood.
- The Nepal government and disaster teams are coordinating rescue and relief efforts.
- Residents near rivers have been warned to take precautions.
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