Madhesh records 459 disasters, 92 deaths in two months
Summary
Madhesh Province recorded 459 disaster-related incidents and 92 deaths over the past two months, with electrocution and drowning accounting for the largest share of fatalities. The disasters affected more than 500 families and caused property damage worth Rs 29.24 million.
Key Points
- A total of 92 people died in 459 disaster-related incidents in Madhesh Province between mid-July and mid-September.
- Electrocution caused 39 deaths, while drowning caused 29 deaths; children made up a significant share of the victims.
- The incidents also included fires, floods, lightning strikes, wild animal attacks and inundation.
- The disasters affected more than 500 families and caused property damage of Rs 29.24 million.
