Flood Alert Issued for Nepal's Bhote Koshi River
Summary
A sudden flood in the Bhote Koshi River has damaged settlements in Rasuwa and prompted Nepal Tourism Board warnings for tourists and the public to avoid affected roads, river corridors and low-lying areas. Authorities have halted vehicle movement on several highways and sent army helicopters for rescue and emergency response.
Key Points
- A sudden flood from Tibet hit the Bhote Koshi River in Rasuwa on Wednesday morning, damaging settlements in Timure and Syaphrubesi.
- The Nepal Tourism Board urged tourists and residents in Rasuwa, Nuwakot, Dhading, Gorkha and Chitwan to stay away from rivers, bridges and low-lying areas.
- Kathmandu Valley Traffic Police stopped vehicles heading from Kathmandu to Rasuwa, Nuwakot, Dhading and Chitwan, while several major road sections were affected.
- Two Nepali Army helicopters were sent to Rasuwa for rescue and emergency management, and emergency help numbers were issued.
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