Therang Khola flood damages houses, hydropower project, and suspension bridge in Gorkha (Pictures)

Summary

A debris-laden flood in Therang Khola in Gorkha damaged four houses, a micro hydropower project, and a suspension bridge early Sunday. Authorities said there were no human casualties, and residents along the Budhi Gandaki riverbank have been urged to stay alert.

Key Points
  • A flood in Therang Khola damaged four houses, a hydropower project, and a suspension bridge in Chumanubri Rural Municipality, Gorkha.
  • Three houses were completely swept away and one was damaged.
  • The 100-kilowatt Namrung-Therang Khola Micro Hydropower Project and another under-construction hydropower project sustained damage.
  • Authorities said there were no human casualties and warned residents along the Budhi Gandaki riverbank to remain alert.
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