Nepal flash flood kills eight, damages roads and power facilities
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A flash flood in Nepal's Rasuwa district killed at least eight people and damaged roads, bridges, and power projects near the Tibet border. Helicopters were deployed for rescue, but high waters prevented landing in Syapru Besi and Timure. Authorities warned casualties could rise as reports emerged of villages and infrastructure sites washed away.
Key Facts
- At least eight people were killed in the flash flood in Rasuwa district, Nepal, according to authorities.
- About 430 megawatts of electricity production capacity, including hydropower and solar facilities, were damaged, the Nepal Electricity Authority said.
- Tibet reported major casualties and missing people in Gyirong county after a mudslide hit the China-Nepal land crossing, Xinhua reported.
- Prime Minister Balendra Shah convened an emergency meeting of the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority.
Flood Impact
The flash flood swept through Nepal's northern Rasuwa district, a mountainous area with a population of about 50,000. Videos shared by Nepal Police showed torrents of muddy water crashing through mountain valleys. District administrator Narendra Pariyar urged residents along the Bhote Koshi River to seek higher ground, citing reports that nearby villages and infrastructure project sites were washed away. Several highways were closed, authorities said.
Rescue and Response
The Nepal Army deployed helicopters and disaster response personnel to the affected area. High water levels prevented helicopters from landing in Syapru Besi and Timure, officials said. Prime Minister Balendra Shah said work had started to coordinate with medical teams, scouts, and the Red Cross. President Xi Jinping urged all-out efforts to search for the missing and called for strengthening monitoring and early warning systems.
Energy and Infrastructure Damage
The Nepal Electricity Authority reported damage to production, transmission, and distribution facilities, resulting in disruption of electricity supply. About 430 megawatts of production capacity, including hydropower and solar facilities, were damaged. Across the border, the mudslide hit China's Gyirong port, cutting off roads, communications, and power in the Shigatse region, Xinhua reported.
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Nepal flash flood kills eight, damages roads and power facilities
