Landslide kills one as heavy rain disrupts life across Nepal
Summary
Heavy rain has triggered a deadly landslide in Baglung and flooded settlements across several districts of Nepal, forcing evacuations and disrupting roads and power supplies. Authorities have warned residents in vulnerable riverside areas to remain alert as water levels continue to rise.
Key Points
- A 69-year-old man died in Baglung after a landslide buried his house in Dhammer, Tarakhola Rural Municipality-5.
- More than 200 houses in Susta, Nawalparasi West, were inundated by the overflowing Narayani river, with about 400 residents moved to a disaster shelter.
- Flooding and landslides blocked major roads in Baglung and Gulmi, while several rivers rose toward or above warning levels in multiple districts.
- Heavy rain and fallen trees also damaged electricity transmission lines in Palpa, Dadeldhura and Surkhet, disrupting power supply.
