Flood Devastates Rasuwa Region, Death Toll Rises to 939, 3925 Missing
Summary
A devastating flood in Rasuwa’s Bhote Koshi region has left 939 dead and 3,925 missing, with rescue and relief efforts still struggling to reach cut-off settlements. Road connectivity has been severed in parts of Rasuwa, Nuwakot and Dhading, forcing reliance on helicopters for aid.
Key Points
- The flood in Rasuwa’s Bhote Koshi region on August 26 has caused 939 deaths and left 3,925 people missing.
- The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority reported the updated toll as of 6 PM on Monday.
- Road links in parts of Rasuwa, Nuwakot and Dhading have been severed, delaying relief to remote settlements.
- Victims say state support is mostly limited to helicopter rescues, while ground assistance remains insufficient.
