Heavy Snowfall Disrupts Life in Upper Mustang, Roads Blocked
Summary
Heavy snowfall in Upper Mustang has disrupted life with over two feet of snow in Lomanthang and Loghekar Damodarkunda, blocking major roads and leading to travel restrictions.
Key Points
- Heavy snowfall since Tuesday night has affected life in Upper Mustang, with more than two feet of snow in Lomanthang and Loghekar Damodarkunda.
- Thick snow has accumulated inside settlements making it impossible to go outside and freezing water taps.
- Roads including Jomsom-Korala and Kagbeni-Muktinath are completely blocked causing dozens of vehicles to be stranded in Kagbeni.
- District Administration Office has issued a notice urging tourists to avoid travel on several roads and trekking routes due to risks from snowfall.
