Nepal Red Cross ramping up search, rescue efforts in Budhigandaki flood affected areas
Summary
The Nepal Red Cross is carrying out search, rescue and relief work after sudden flooding of the Budhigandaki River in Gorkha. Four army helicopters rescued 82 people as authorities reported missing persons and widespread damage to bridges, homes and hydropower projects.
Key Points
- The Nepal Red Cross has deployed volunteers to search for affected people and distribute relief supplies in the Budhigandaki flood-hit area.
- A landslide between Lokpa and Chumling in Chumanbri Rural Municipality-6 triggered the river overflow and caused major destruction in Gorkha.
- Four Nepali army helicopters rescued 82 people, including nine foreigners, from the affected area.
- Rishi Khanal said the Red Cross has sent non-food items, temporary hospital tents and expert manpower to support the response.
