Rain-induced havoc leaves 148 dead, dozens missing across Nepal
In Dhadhing's Jhyaple Khola area alone, 35 bodies were recovered after landslides buried four passenger vehicles.
The death toll from floods and landslides, induced by the incessant rain that started Thursday, has risen to 148, with 59 people still missing. The devastating weather has wreaked havoc across several provinces, with Kathmandu Valley bearing the brunt of the destruction.
According to Deputy Inspector General of the Armed Police Force, Kumar Neupane, 73 people have lost their lives in the Kathmandu Valley alone, while Koshi Province has reported 17 deaths and Bagmati Province has recorded 56 fatalities. The heavy downpours have left 60 individuals injured, while more than 3,661 people have been rescued by teams from the Nepal Police, Armed Police Force, and the Nepali Army.
In addition to the loss of life, the infrastructure damage is extensive. More than 322 houses have been destroyed, and 16 bridges have been damaged, cutting off critical transportation routes. In Dhadhing's Jhyaple Khola area alone, 35 bodies were recovered after landslides buried four passenger buses.
Rescue operations, including helicopter evacuations, are ongoing as authorities strive to locate the missing and provide aid to those affected by the disaster. However, major roadblocks and continued rainfall pose challenges for the teams on the ground.
The Kathmandu Post
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