Heavy Rainfall Causes Flooding and Landslides Across Nepal

Summary

Continuous rainfall has triggered floods and landslides across Nepal, sweeping away more than 20 houses in Jaljala, Parbat. The strong current of the Kaligandaki river has also washed away a Bailey bridge connecting Syangja and Gulmi.

Key Points
  • Continuous rain has caused floods and landslides in multiple places across Nepal.
  • More than 20 houses were swept away in Jaljala, Parbat.
  • The Kaligandaki river washed away a concrete Bailey bridge connecting Syangja and Gulmi.
  • Light to moderate rain is occurring in several provinces due to the influence of monsoon winds, westerly winds, and a low-pressure area around Uttar Pradesh, India.
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