Geological study carried out in landslide-hit areas of Myagdi
Summary
Geologists have studied 26 landslide-hit sites in Myagdi after monsoon-triggered disasters raised serious risks to settlements in Beni and Raghuganga. The team warned residents around Beni Bazaar and New Road to stay alert as cracks widen and further movement remains possible.
Key Points
- A team from the Nepal Geological Society studied 26 landslide-affected sites in Beni Municipality and Raghuganga Rural Municipality in coordination with the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority.
- Geologists said settlements in the affected areas face a very high risk, and they submitted a preliminary report on vulnerable sites including Kharenikhola, Khoriya Pakho and areas above Campus Chowk.
- The team warned that the New Road landslide in Beni could reactivate and advised monitoring, groundwater management and urgent safety measures.
- Seven people have been killed and two remain missing, while 111 houses were destroyed, 93 partially damaged and 342 households are at high risk.
