Karnali Region Faces High Risk of Disasters, Including Landslides and Floods
Summary
Karnali Province is facing a high risk of landslides, floods and lightning, with 157 disaster incidents recorded from July to September 15 this year. The disasters have killed 10 people, injured 26 and caused extensive damage to homes, livestock and infrastructure across the province.
Key Points
- 157 disaster incidents were recorded in Karnali from July 1 to September 15, most of them landslides.
- The incidents killed 10 people, injured 26, left 2 missing and damaged 224 houses and physical structures.
- Jajarkot districts saw major losses from a flood in Baulah stream and a landslide in Risang settlement.
- Provincial and national authorities say Karnali is at high risk of landslides, floods and lightning due to its geology and climate conditions.
