Budhigandaki flood: Alert issued for Trishuli, Narayani river banks

Summary

A flash flood in the Budhigandaki River has prompted an alert for people living along the banks of the Trishuli and Narayani rivers. Residents, street vendors and others near the riverbanks have been urged to move to safer areas as flooding risk remains high up to Muglin.

Key Points
  • A flash flood in the Budhigandaki River has triggered an alert for settlements along the Trishuli and Narayani rivers.
  • Local authorities have asked residents to stay alert and take precautionary measures against possible flooding.
  • People attending funeral rites, fishing, swimming or doing business along the riverbanks have been urged to move to safer ground.
  • Officials have warned of a high flooding risk in areas up to Muglin.
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