Floods, landslides claim lives and paralyse roads across Nepal
Summary
Heavy rainfall has triggered landslides and flooding across Nepal, killing at least six people and leaving five missing. Major highways, bridges and hydropower infrastructure have been damaged, while rivers in Chitwan and other districts have crossed danger levels and forced evacuations.
Key Points
- At least six people have died and five are missing after rain-triggered landslides and floods in Baglung, Palpa and Myagdi.
- Major roads including the Prithvi Highway, Narayangadh-Muglin road and Karnali Corridor have been blocked by landslides and flooding.
- The Narayani and Riu rivers in Chitwan have crossed danger levels, prompting alerts and evacuation preparations.
- Flooding and erosion have damaged homes, bridges and hydropower infrastructure across several provinces.
