Five things to know about the Budhi Gandaki flash flood
Summary
A flash flood in the Budhi Gandaki river has swept away dozens of houses, destroyed bridges and damaged infrastructure at an under-construction hydropower project in Gorkha. Authorities suspect a landslide may have triggered the flood and have warned downstream residents along the Trishuli corridor to stay alert.
Key Points
- A flash flood in the Budhi Gandaki river has swept away an estimated 35 to 40 houses in Chumnubri Rural Municipality in Gorkha.
- Several suspension and motorable bridges were destroyed, cutting links between settlements and districts.
- At least five people were reported missing, while the Nepali Army rescued six people by helicopter from Jagat.
- Floodwaters damaged construction infrastructure and equipment at the 341-megawatt Budhi Gandaki hydropower project under construction.
