64-year-old woman rescued after 11 days trapped in Nuwakot flood

Summary

A 64-year-old woman, Chandrika Shrestha, was rescued alive from a flood-hit house in Betrawati, Nuwakot, 11 days after the Bhotekoshi flood. She was found unconscious and partially trapped in mud before being airlifted for treatment.

Key Points
  • Chandrika Shrestha, 64, was rescued from the fourth floor of a flood-damaged house in Betrawati, Nuwakot, 11 days after the disaster.
  • An Armed Police Force team led by Inspector Suman BK found her after hearing her voice during debris clearance.
  • She was found unconscious and partially trapped in mud and received preliminary treatment.
  • She was flown to the Nepal Army’s Maithili Barracks in Trishuli and may be taken to Kathmandu for further treatment.
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