National Disaster Risk Reduction Authority Releases Second Situation Report on Bhote Koshi River Flood
Summary
The Bhote Koshi River flood near the Nepal-China border has left dozens dead, hundreds missing, and caused widespread damage to bridges and roads in several districts. Rescue, treatment, and relief operations are being intensified as authorities race to account for the missing and restore access.
Key Points
- The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority released a second situation report on the Bhote Koshi flood near Rasuwagadhi, updating the emergency situation through Wednesday night.
- At least 83 bodies have been recovered, while the Prime Minister's Office says the death toll has reached 95; 384 travelers and 85 security personnel are reported missing.
- The flood has destroyed 35 motorable bridges, 45 suspension bridges, and 40 kilometers of blacktopped roads across affected districts.
- Search and rescue efforts have rescued 196 people so far, and medical teams and temporary shelters have been deployed for the injured and displaced.
