A timber bridge reopens route to Upper Manang after three weeks
Summary
A temporary timber deck has reopened the road to Upper Manang after floods and landslides submerged a bridge over the Marsyangdi river for three weeks. Only light vehicles are being allowed to cross for now, restoring access for residents, tourists and supplies ahead of Dashain.
Key Points
- A wooden deck has been laid over the existing bridge in Chame, restoring access to Upper Manang after three weeks of disruption.
- Floods and landslides on September 25-26 submerged the motorable bridge over the Marsyangdi river and blocked the route.
- Chame Rural Municipality, the Nepali Army, Armed Police Force, Nepal Police and local residents helped build the temporary crossing.
- Authorities say the arrangement will remain until Dashain is over, after which they will try again to clear the river channel.
