Flood damages eight suspension bridges, motorable bridges in Tanahu
Summary
Heavy rainfall-triggered floods and landslides have damaged houses, roads, bridges, drinking water projects and other infrastructure across Tanahu district. Five suspension bridges were completely destroyed, while several other bridges, culverts and a motorable bridge suffered partial damage.
Key Points
- Floods and landslides from September 25-27 damaged infrastructure and livelihoods across Tanahu district.
- Five suspension bridges were completely destroyed, including links to Ghiring, Rampur, Baudikali, Devghat and Nawalpur areas.
- Three more suspension bridges and the Kaligandaki Mandar-Kharsangghat motorable bridge were partially damaged.
- District officials have recommended immediate reconstruction and maintenance of the damaged structures.