Budhigandaki Floods: Army Conducts Rescue Operations
Summary
The Nepali Army is carrying out rescue operations in Gorkha after a sudden flood in the Budhigandaki River, which burst through a landslide-induced blockage near Philim. Four helicopters and ground troops have been deployed, and 36 people have so far been rescued.
Key Points
- The Nepali Army has deployed rescue teams by air and land after sudden floods in the Budhigandaki River of Gorkha.
- The flood was triggered when the river broke through a landslide-induced blockage at Philim in Chumnubri Rural Municipality-3 around 4:30 am.
- Four helicopters, including the Army’s Mi-17, and ground troops are assisting in search and rescue efforts.
- A total of 36 people have been rescued so far from Jagat, Nyakphedi, Yaru and Payu.
