27 Foreign Tourists Rescued from Flood-Affected Areas in Rasuwa

Summary

27 foreign tourists stranded in flood-affected areas of Rasuwa have been safely rescued after a sudden flood in the BhoteKoshi and Trishuli river areas. Authorities are still checking the safety of other tourists and travelers in Rasuwa, Nuwakot, Dhading, and Gorkha.

Key Points
  • 27 foreign tourists stranded in Timure and BhoteKoshi areas of Rasuwa were rescued safely.
  • The rescue was carried out in coordination with the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority.
  • The flood occurred around 8:30 AM last Wednesday and prompted searches by the Nepal Tourism Board, Tourism Police and other stakeholders.
  • Authorities are still working to confirm the safety of other tourists and move them to safe locations in affected districts.
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