Air Rescue Operations Begin in Flood-Hit Rasuwa

Summary

Air rescue operations have begun in flood-hit Rasuwa to evacuate injured and stranded people after flooding in the Bhote Koshi River. Authorities are prioritizing rescue, relief distribution, and restoration of telecommunications services in the affected areas.

Key Points
  • Three air rescue teams have been mobilized to evacuate stranded citizens and workers in Rasuwa.
  • Helicopters are rescuing people from flood-affected areas, including the Trishuli 3 ‘A’ and Trishuli 3 ‘B’ hydropower projects.
  • Three people trapped inside a tunnel of the Trishuli 3 ‘A’ Hydropower Project were rescued and taken to the No. 1 Military Training Centre in Nuwakot.
  • Officials have been directed to prioritize relief distribution and restore disrupted telecommunications services as quickly as possible.
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