Landslides and floods isolate Sankhuwasabha villages, force residents to flee homes
Summary
Continuous heavy rainfall has caused landslides and flooding in Silichong Rural Municipality, isolating villages, destroying infrastructure, and forcing residents to flee their homes.
Key Points
- Continuous heavy rainfall over three days triggered landslides and flooding in Silichong Rural Municipality.
- Roads and local trails have been blocked, cutting off ground access and disrupting communication services.
- Two micro-hydropower projects and Kalika Secondary School are at risk or destroyed due to the disaster.
- Residents have evacuated high-risk areas, and relief efforts are challenged by continuous rain and access issues.
