Flooding in Nepal kills at least 32, leaves 12 missing

Flooding in Nepal kills at least 32, leaves 12 missing
Flooding in Nepal kills at least 32, leaves 12 missing

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Hind Al Soulia - Riyadh - KATHMANDU, Nepal — Continuous rainfall has caused severe flooding in Nepal's capital, killing at least 32 people, with another 12 reported missing, police said on Saturday.

The torrential rains, which began Friday night, are expected to continue throughout the weekend. According to Nepal Police spokesman Bishwo Adhikari, 17 people were injured and 1,053 individuals have been rescued across Kathmandu.

All police personnel nationwide have been ordered to assist in rescue efforts. The government had previously issued flood warnings across the Himalayan nation, predicting massive rainfall.

In response, buses were banned from traveling at night on highways, and cars were advised to stay off the roads. Security forces have been placed on high alert.

Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak informed reporters that damage has been reported in other parts of the country as well, though officials are still collecting information. "The government’s priority right now is to rescue the people and help those who have been affected," Lekhak stated.

In parts of Kathmandu, swollen rivers have inundated areas, flooding many homes and forcing residents to seek shelter on higher floors. A large area on the southern side of the city has been particularly affected. The army deployed a helicopter to rescue four people trapped in their homes.

Most of Kathmandu experienced power and internet outages for a period of time due to the flooding.

Reports of landslides and flooding have also surfaced from other regions of the country.

The monsoon season, which typically brings heavy rainfall to Nepal, started in June and usually ends by mid-September. — Agencies


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