Rasuwa Flood Causes Significant Damage to Lives and Property, Impacting Health Sector
Summary
A flood in Rasuwa has washed away health structures, left people missing and disrupted rescue and health services. Former health secretary Dr. Sudha Sharma says Nepal must strengthen disaster-ready health systems, mental health support, and long-term climate-resilient planning.
Key Points
- A flood in Rasuwa caused severe damage to lives, property, and health infrastructure, while several health workers and others remain missing.
- Former health secretary Dr. Sudha Sharma says the immediate response must focus on treatment, relief camps, sanitation, manpower rotation, and mental health counseling.
- She says disaster management should include better coordination among government, NGOs, and professional groups for psychosocial and medical support.
- She calls for long-term risk mapping, relocation of vulnerable settlements and health facilities, and stronger early warning and climate-resilient infrastructure.
