Two Rescued From Tree After Flood in Nuwakot
Summary
Two people who climbed a tree to escape floodwaters in Bidur, Nuwakot, have been rescued by the Armed Police with help from locals. Authorities say the sudden mixing of the Lhende River with the Bhote Koshi has caused significant damage, prompting a large search-and-rescue operation in Rasuwa and Nuwakot.
Key Points
- Two people sheltering in a tree at Devighat, Bidur Municipality-5, were rescued after floodwaters from Rasuwa mixed with the Trishuli River.
- The Armed Police rescued them with help from locals, and a helicopter was also mobilized at Devighat.
- Authorities estimate significant physical and human damage after the sudden flow of the Lhende River mixed with the Bhote Koshi from Tibet, China.
- The Directorate of Military Public Relations and Information said 12 helicopters have been mobilized for search and rescue in Rasuwa and Nuwakot.
