Nepal floods: Terrifying videos show homes, buildings and bridges swallowed by raging waters
A catastrophic flood from Nepal's Bhotekoshi River has led to severe devastation in Rasuwa district, where mud-laden waters have ravaged homes and bridges. With river currents surging unexpectedly, the fate of many remains uncertain, as reports indicate that over a hundred Indians and thirty-seven NRIs are unaccounted for. Local authorities have declared high alerts, strongly encouraging…
A sudden flood in Nepal's Rasuwa district on Wednesday morning ravaged communities, with houses, bridges, and other structures swept away by raging waters. Dramatic videos circulating on social media capture the extent of the destruction, with torrents of brown water engulfing buildings and bridges in seconds. People are seen struggling to reach safer ground as the water levels rapidly rise, leaving large parts of the affected area severely damaged.
Many roads and bridges have been inundated, and homes and public infrastructure have been destroyed by the force of the current. The cause of the sudden flood remains unclear, with authorities investigating whether it could have been linked to a glacier burst or another event upstream. Rasuwa Chief District Officer Narendra Pariyar stated that the weather had been sunny, and authorities are still investigating the circumstances surrounding the disaster.
High alerts have been issued, urging residents living along the Trishuli River basin to evacuate to safer locations. Areas including Nuwakot, Dhading, Chitwan, and Gorkha, particularly those near riverbanks, have been advised to evacuate as water levels in the Bhotekoshi River continue to rise. According to Nepal’s National Tourism Board, over 100 Indians and 37 non-resident Indians (NRIs) are reported missing following the disaster.
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