Trading food for medicine and crossing the river by zip line are part of life in Nepal flood zone
Summary
Floods caused by a glacier collapse in Nepal have killed over 1,200 people and left thousands missing. Many survivors are living in relief camps, where food and basic supplies are provided, but some lack essential medicines and cash. In affected areas like Bidur town, people use temporary ziplines set up by the army to cross rivers after roads and bridges were destroyed.Key Facts
- The floods hit Nepal on August 26, caused by a glacier collapse.
- At least 1,252 people died and more than 4,200 are missing.
- Thousands of displaced people stay in temporary relief camps, some lacking essential medicines.
- A survivor with a heart condition sold food relief items to buy his prescribed medicine.
- Health camps with doctors and medicines have been set up at relief centers.
- Authorities focus on hygiene to prevent disease outbreaks.
- Roads, bridges, and other infrastructure were destroyed, cutting off many communities.
- In Bidur town, soldiers installed a zipline to help people cross the Trishuli River safely.
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