Budhi Gandaki flash flood: More than 1,000 people rescued by helicopter
Summary
More than 1,000 people, including 70 foreign nationals, have been rescued by helicopter from flood-hit areas along the Budhigandaki River in Gorkha. Relief supplies are being airlifted as the flood damaged roads and trails, while the Nepal Red Cross Society has deployed volunteers across several districts for response efforts.
Key Points
- A total of 1,044 people, including 70 foreign nationals, were rescued by helicopter from Budhigandaki flood-affected areas between Sunday and Thursday.
- Flood damage to roads and trails cut off residents in northern Gorkha, forcing rescue and relief operations to rely on helicopters.
- Relief materials including food, tents, blankets, tarpaulins, solar panels, and generators are being distributed with government and organizational support.
- The Nepal Red Cross Society has deployed volunteers to several districts and is carrying out flood response and damage assessment.
