7,688 disaster incidents claim 402 lives in six months across Nepal
Summary
Nepal recorded 7,688 disaster incidents between mid-April and November 1, killing 402 people and leaving 17 missing. Snakebites caused the highest number of deaths, while landslides, fires, floods and lightning also took a heavy toll.
Key Points
- A total of 7,688 disaster incidents were reported across Nepal between mid-April and November 1.
- The disasters killed 402 people, left 17 missing and injured 2,529 others.
- Snakebites caused 116 deaths, followed by landslides, floods, lightning strikes and fires.
- The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority said damage data from the Bhotekoshi flood in Rasuwa was still incomplete.
