Koshi crosses high-alert level; Sunsari intensifies disaster preparedness
Summary
The Sunsari District Administration has intensified disaster preparedness as the Saptakoshi River's water flow rises, leading to the opening of 20 gates of the Koshi Barrage and activation of disaster response plans.
Key Points
- The Saptakoshi River's flow has risen to 151,195 cusecs per second, triggering the opening of 20 gates at the Koshi Barrage.
- The Sunsari District Administration has intensified disaster preparedness measures in response to the rising water levels.
- Chief District Officer Basudev Ghimire led an inspection of the Koshi Barrage alongside security agency chiefs.
- The district's disaster response plan has been activated with agencies on standby for rescue, relief, evacuation, and rehabilitation.
- Repairs to the Koshi Barrage bridge and vulnerable embankments have been completed to mitigate flood risks.
