Budhigandaki flood: Ten persons go missing; six bridges swept away
Summary
Ten people are missing after the Budhigandaki flood in Gorkha swept away six bridges, including motorable and suspension bridges. Nearly 35 houses were washed away and several settlements were damaged across the district.
Key Points
- Ten persons have gone missing after a flood in the Budhigandaki river early this morning in Gorkha.
- The flood swept away six bridges, including two motorable bridges and four suspension bridges.
- A bailey bridge in Dharche Rural Municipality and footbridges linking several settlements were also damaged.
- Nearly 35 houses were washed away and settlements at Jagat, Salleri, Dovan and Ghattekhola were damaged.
