Flood-swollen Marsyangdi river cuts off Upper Manang
Summary
Floodwaters from the Marsyangdi river have cut off Upper Manang after a bridge and key access road in Chame were submerged and damaged by debris. Authorities, the Nepali Army and security forces are clearing the channel, but the route remains blocked and nearby homes are at risk.
Key Points
- Floodwaters and debris from the Ghatte river blocked the Marsyangdi river and submerged the motorable bridge in Chame.
- The main road to Upper Manang and Manang Ngisyang Rural Municipality has been cut off, leaving residents unable to travel to Chame or beyond.
- Authorities, the Nepali Army, Armed Police Force and Nepal Police are clearing the river channel with excavators and other machinery.
- Officials say the work is being done cautiously because the bridge and nearby houses could be damaged if the river continues to change course.
