Heavy rain triggers landslides, blocking key roads in hill districts
Summary
Heavy rains have caused landslides blocking key roads in Gulmi, Baitadi, and Panchthar districts, disrupting travel and stranding vehicles. Clearing efforts are ongoing but hampered by continued rainfall.
Key Points
- Continuous rainfall triggered landslides blocking key highways and local roads in Gulmi, Baitadi, and Panchthar districts.
- The Ridi–Tamghas section of the Madan Bhandari Highway in Gulmi is blocked, with an alternative route suggested for drivers.
- Eight roads, including sections of the Mechi Highway and Mid-Hill Highway, are blocked in Panchthar, causing vehicles and goods to be stranded.
- Jayaprithvi Highway near Bhanjyang in Baitadi re-opened after clearing, but the Dehimandau–Giregada section remains closed due to landslides.
