Heavy Rains Cause Landslides, Disrupting Highway Traffic Across Nepal
Summary
Continuous rainfall has triggered floods and landslides across Nepal, blocking or partially obstructing major highways in multiple provinces. The Nepal Police says night-time travel restrictions and alternative routes are in place on several road sections due to safety risks.
Key Points
- Continuous rain has caused floods and landslides that are disrupting vehicular movement across major highways in Nepal.
- The Nepal Police reported multiple road sections as fully or partially blocked, with updates issued at 7:40 PM on July 21.
- Night-time vehicle movement has been restricted on the BP Highway and Kanti Lokpath in Bagmati Province due to flood and landslide risks.
- Several highways in Koshi, Gandaki, Lumbini, and Karnali provinces remain blocked or operating one-way after landslide clearance.
