Heavy Rainfall Causes Damage, 21 Dead, 5 Missing
Summary
Heavy rainfall from October 8 to 11 has killed 21 people, left 5 missing and injured 5 across Nepal, while 747 families have been directly affected. Authorities activated emergency response plans, rescued around 2,000 people to safer locations, and issued alerts to tourists and residents in high-risk areas.
Key Points
- The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority says 21 people died, 5 are missing and 5 were injured in rainfall-related disasters across the country.
- About 747 families were directly affected, and around 2,000 people were moved to safer places with rescue efforts continuing in flood- and landslide-hit districts.
- The authority activated preparedness and response plans, issued advisories, and coordinated daily with relevant bodies during 76 hours of continuous monitoring.
- Heavy rainfall totals exceeded 500 millimeters in some places, with the highest 544.2 millimeters recorded in Deghaunda, Nawalparasi (Bardaghat Susta East).
