Water flow returns to normal in Kaski river after temporary blockage
Summary
A landslide temporarily blocked the Kimrong Khola in Kaski district, prompting authorities to warn downstream communities and move residents and workers to safer areas. The river’s flow returned to normal after the blockage cleared overnight.
Key Points
- A landslide in Kaski district temporarily blocked the Kimrong Khola, sharply reducing water flow and raising flash-flood concerns downstream.
- Authorities kept residents in low-lying areas of Birethanti and Nayapul in safe locations overnight as a precaution.
- Workers and security personnel at the under-construction 99-megawatt Landruk hydropower project were moved to safer locations.
- The river’s blockage cleared from around midnight and water flow gradually returned to normal.
