Death toll climbs to 60 in floods and landslides across Nepal

Summary

Continuous rainfall in Nepal has caused floods and landslides across 10 districts, resulting in at least 60 deaths and infrastructure damage.

Key Points
  • Continuous rainfall triggered floods and landslides across 10 districts in Nepal.
  • At least 60 people have died, with Ilam district reporting the highest toll of 37 deaths.
  • Rescue teams from Nepal Army, Armed Police Force, and Nepal Police are deployed in affected areas.
  • Infrastructure including roads, bridges, electricity, and telecommunications has been damaged, though some roads have reopened.
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