More than 1,000 rescued by helicopter from Budhigandaki flood-hit areas
Summary
Helicopters have rescued 1,044 people, including 70 foreign nationals, from flood-hit areas of northern Gorkha after damaged roads, trails and bridges left residents stranded. The Nepal Red Cross Society has also stepped up relief and damage-assessment efforts across several affected districts.
Key Points
- A total of 1,044 people, including 70 foreign nationals, have been rescued by helicopter from flood-affected areas of northern Gorkha since Sunday.
- The Nepali Army carried out the rescues as damaged roads, trails and bridges stranded residents.
- Relief supplies 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 for damage assessments and relief operations in several affected districts.
