Dammed Marsyangdi River resumes normal flow
Summary
The Marsyangdi River in Manang has begun flowing normally again after debris from flood-hit Ghattekhola blocked it near Tatopani. Continuous rain caused widespread disruption to electricity, telephone and road networks, while floods also damaged homes, bridges and roads in the district.
Key Points
- The Marsyangdi River was temporarily dammed at Tatopani after debris from the flooded Ghattekhola stream blocked its course.
- Water is now starting to flow partially from the lake formed by the blocked river, and the river is gradually reopening.
- Continuous rain has disrupted electricity, telephone and road networks across Manang, forcing residents to seek shelter in army barracks and public buildings.
- Floods in Thadokhola and Khattre Khola have damaged houses, bridges and roads, and officials have urged riverside residents to stay alert.
