More than 1,200 farm animals lost in Budhigandaki floods
Summary
Floods in the Budhigandaki river swept away more than 1,200 farm animals and poultry in Gorkha, destroying livestock sheds and pig pens in settlements along the river. Veterinary teams and Animal Nepal are helping rescue and treat injured animals while authorities urge safe disposal of carcasses.
Key Points
- Floods in the Budhigandaki river killed or swept away more than 1,200 farm animals and poultry in Gorkha.
- The disaster destroyed 34 livestock sheds and 12 pig pens in settlements across Chumnubri, Dharche and Arughat.
- A buffalo carried downstream to Dhading district was rescued and returned to its owner, and 15 other trapped animals were also rescued.
- Veterinary teams and Animal Nepal are providing treatment, feed and medicines, while authorities stress safe carcass disposal and biosecurity.
