Rasuwagadi Flood Causes Major Damage, Death Toll Rises to 95
Summary
A severe flash flood in Rasuwa has killed 95 people and left hundreds missing, causing major damage to homes, roads, bridges, hydropower projects and other infrastructure. Satellite images show the extent of destruction in areas near the Tibet border, where rescue efforts are hampered by bad weather and disrupted communications.
Key Points
- A flash flood in Rasuwa caused widespread destruction to houses, roads, bridges, hydropower projects and other infrastructure.
- The death toll has risen to 95, and hundreds of people remain missing.
- Villages along the Bhote Koshi and Trishuli rivers near the Tibet border were among the worst affected.
- Planet Labs satellite images show the scale of damage before and after the flood.
