Food Poisoning Risk High After Devastating Flood, Authorities Urge Caution
Summary
Authorities have warned of a high risk of food poisoning in flood-affected areas of Rasuwa, Nuwakot and Dhading after the Bhote Koshi River flood contaminated water sources and food supplies. Consumers are being urged to boil drinking water, avoid soaked or spoiled food, and maintain strict hygiene.
Key Points
- The Department of Food Technology and Quality Control has warned of a high risk of food poisoning in areas affected by the Bhote Koshi River flood.
- Floodwaters have contaminated water sources and may have spoiled food grains, ready-to-eat meals and other relief supplies in Rasuwa, Nuwakot and Dhading.
- Technical teams are checking food in markets, storage facilities and relief camps, and authorities are seizing contaminated or expired items.
- Consumers are being advised to boil water, avoid washed-away or spoiled food, practice hygiene and report contaminated goods to food offices.
