Gorkha flood victims sheltered in hotel
Summary
Flood victims in Chumanubri Rural Municipality, Gorkha, have been temporarily sheltered in a hotel after the Therang Khola flooded and swept away several homes. The flooding also damaged bridges and a hydropower project, prompting relief distribution and a temporary closure of the Manaslu trekking trail.
Key Points
- Four households in Chumanubri Rural Municipality were rendered homeless after a debris-laden flood in Therang Khola swept away their homes.
- The flood damaged four houses, two bridges, and a hydropower project, and relief materials were distributed to affected residents.
- Temporary accommodation has been arranged at a hotel operated by Phurpu Thile Lama.
- The Manaslu trekking trail has been temporarily closed while authorities prepare alternative bridge arrangements and an alternate route.
