Flood Alert Issued for Coastal Areas Due to Inflow from Tibet
Summary
A large flood entering the Bhote Koshi and Trishuli rivers from Tibet has triggered a high alert in Rasuwa, Nuwakot, Dhading and Chitwan, with residents urged to move to safer places. Authorities have warned against travel along the Prithvi Highway and other riverside corridors as they monitor the risk of further damage.
Key Points
- The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has placed riverside areas of Rasuwa, Nuwakot, Dhading and Chitwan on the high-risk list after a sudden flood from Tibet entered the Bhote Koshi river.
- Officials warned that the flood could reach Mugling within 4 to 5 hours and advised against traveling on the Prithvi Highway and other corridors along the Trishuli River.
- Residents in riverbank settlements, houses and agricultural areas have been urged to move immediately to safe and elevated locations.
- Authorities suspect a glacial lake outburst in Tibet and are coordinating with Chinese officials while analyzing satellite data.
