Efforts on to drain out water from lake formed after Marsyangdi river blockage
Summary
Efforts are underway to drain a lake formed after the Marsyangdi River was blocked by mud, sand, rocks and pebbles in Manang following incessant rainfall. The flood and landslide have inundated homes and disrupted electricity, drinking water, telephone, internet and road access in the area.
Key Points
- The Marsyangdi River in Manang was blocked by debris brought down by the swollen Ghattekhola stream after heavy rainfall.
- Authorities are using excavators and a Nepali Army chopper to help release water from the lake formed behind the blockage.
- Homes near the area have been inundated, and power, drinking water, telecom, internet and roads have been disrupted.
- A bridge connecting Naso rural municipality-8 and 9 was swept away, affecting local movement.
