Heavy rainfall over the weekend triggered devastating flooding and landslides in Nepal, resulting in a grim death toll of 193.
The relentless downpour in Nepal has wreaked havoc, causing widespread flooding and landslides that have claimed 193 lives, according to the latest update from authorities. The tragedy has left countless families mourning and communities reeling in the aftermath.
Kathmandu, the bustling capital city, bore the brunt of the torrential rainfall, with much of its southern part submerged in floodwaters. The death toll in the capital alone stands at 34, making it the hardest-hit area. The flooding has rendered many homes uninhabitable, displacing residents and exacerbating their plight.
Nepal Floods and Landslides: Death Toll Rises to 193, Rescue Efforts Intensify
Tragically, the disaster extended beyond Kathmandu. A massive landslide along a highway approximately 10 miles from the capital buried at least three buses and several other vehicles where weary travelers were seeking shelter from the roadblock caused by the landslide. The horrific incident claimed the lives of a staggering three dozen people.
The entire Himalayan nation has been severely affected by the natural calamity. Police reports indicate that an additional 31 individuals remain unaccounted for, and 96 others have sustained injuries. The disheartening toll of lives lost and people impacted continues to grow.
Nepal Floods and Landslides: Death Toll Rises to 193, Rescue Efforts Intensify
With the weather improving, rescue and recovery operations have been scaled up, offering a glimmer of hope amidst the devastation. Emergency services and volunteers are tirelessly searching for survivors and providing assistance to the affected population.
Kathmandu's isolation, resulting from the closure of its three exit highways due to landslides, has eased somewhat. Workers have successfully cleared a temporary path along the crucial Prithvi Highway, allowing for the removal of debris and the re-establishment of connectivity.
The government has swiftly mobilized resources to address the urgent needs of those devastated by the floods and landslides. Temporary shelters are being erected for displaced families, and financial aid is being extended to the bereaved families and injured individuals.
Prime Minister Khadga Prasad Oli, having returned from the UN General Assembly, has convened an emergency meeting to coordinate the response to the crisis. Authorities are working tirelessly to restore essential services, clear roadways, and provide shelter and sustenance to those affected.
In a parallel tragedy, northern Bangladesh is grappling with flooding in low-lying areas due to heavy rainfall and the overflow of rivers from neighboring India. The swelling waters have inundated homes and farmlands, affecting an estimated 60,000 people.
As monsoon season draws to a close in mid-September, the relentless rainfall has brought widespread devastation to Nepal and parts of Bangladesh. The human toll has been immense, leaving families shattered and communities struggling to cope. As rescue efforts continue, the nation mourns the loss of its loved ones and focuses on rebuilding amidst the wreckage.
