13,396 rescued, 1,356 bodies recovered
Summary
A total of 13,396 people have been rescued from flood-affected areas of the Bhotekoshi River in Rasuwa, while 1,356 bodies have been recovered and 4,996 people remain missing. Relief, search and medical operations continue across Rasuwa, Nuwakot and Dhading after the August 26 disaster.
Key Points
- 13,396 people have been rescued from flood-affected areas of the Bhotekoshi River in Rasuwa.
- 1,356 bodies have been recovered and 4,996 people are still missing, according to the NDRRMA.
- 3,533 rescued people are sheltering in 39 holding centres across Rasuwa, Nuwakot and Dhading.
- Authorities and security agencies are continuing search, rescue, medical treatment and relief operations after the disaster.
