500 houses flooded in Saptari
Summary
Relentless rainfall has inundated 500 houses in Saptari, leaving around 2,000 families in distress across Tilathi Koiladi and Hanumannagar Kangkalini municipalities. Local authorities say food and relief supplies will be provided as floodwaters begin to recede.
Key Points
- Relentless rainfall has flooded 500 houses in Tilathi Koiladi Rural Municipality and Hanumannagar Kangkalini Municipality in Saptari.
- Around 2,000 families are reportedly in distress, with 483 households affected in Hanumannagar Kangkalini alone.
- The water level in the Saptakoshi River surged on Friday night, worsening the flooding situation.
- Mayor Birendra Majhi said affected people will receive daily food assistance and relief materials later.
