133 Bodies Recovered After Bhote Koshi Flood in Rasuwa
Summary
The bodies of 133 people who died in the Bhote Koshi flood have been recovered from different parts of Rasuwa and are being airlifted to Bidur, Nuwakot. Rescue efforts continue for people trapped at the Rasuwagadhi Hydropower House and Chilime Hydropower Project, where mud has hampered excavation.
Key Points
- The bodies of 133 flood victims have been collected from Timure, Syaphru Bensi, Rongga and Betrawati in Rasuwa.
- The bodies are being transported by helicopter to Bidur, Nuwakot because they have started to smell.
- Rescue operations are struggling at the 111 MW Rasuwagadhi Hydropower House due to mud blocking tunnel excavation.
- The Nepali Army says rescue work is continuing at the 20 MW Chilime Hydropower Project in Syaphru Bensi.
