Everything You Should Know About Nepal’s Recent Floods and Landslides
Summary
Nepal faces severe floods and landslides after heavy monsoon rains, with dozens dead and many displaced. Improved early warning systems and government coordination have reduced casualties compared to last year.
Key Points
- As of October 5, Nepal has reported 49 deaths, 11 missing, and 17 injured due to floods and landslides.
- Rivers including Koshi, Mechi, Narayani, and Bagmati exceeded danger levels causing extensive flooding and breaches.
- The government’s proactive disaster management and early warnings have reduced casualties compared to last year’s response.
- Major highways and bridges were damaged or blocked, delaying rescue operations, while air travel was temporarily disrupted at Tribhuvan International Airport.
