Vehicles swept away in flash floods along Nepal-China border, 18 missing
The flooding has caused significant infrastructural damage, washing away vehicles and sections of the Pasang Lhamu Highway. This has cut off vehicular access to Rasuwagadhi, severely disrupting connectivity and making rescue operations more challenging.Arjun Paudel, Chief District Officer of Rasuwa, stated, "Many of the vehicles kept in the customs port along the Bhotekoshi River have been swept away by the flash flood after heavy rainfall on the Chinese side. At the time of the flood, about 200 vehicles were there at the customs port."Authorities are coordinating with the Nepal Army for search and rescue tasks as 12 Nepal Police personnel are believed to be trapped. "We are in contact with the Nepal Army to conduct a search and rescue operation in the area as we have information that 12 of the Nepal Police personnel also are trapped in the locality. The water level is still high and the weather is also inclement," Paudel added.Druba Prasad Adhikari, Assistant Chief District Officer of Rasuwagadhi, reported that the flood hit at approximately 3am. "The flood hit the area at around 3 am (local time). No human casualties have been confirmed as of now but we have received information that some people also have been swept by the flood along with the vehicle in the morning who were sleeping inside those parked along the dry port. We are ascertaining the claims."The flood has devastated major hydropower projects in Rasuwa, halting electricity generation of up to 200 megawatts. Baburaja Maharjan, CEO of Chilime Hydropower Company, commented, "From a national grid perspective, 200 MW may not sound critical, but the Rasuwagadhi project's entire external infrastructure has been completely destroyed."The affected hydroelectric plants include the Rasuwagadhi Hydropower Project and others along the Trishuli corridor. Maharjan noted that resuming operations soon is unlikely due to the extensive damage, although the national electricity supply remains stable for now due to the monsoon season. Despite the challenges, efforts to restore infrastructure and ensure safety continue. The community is urged to remain cautious and avoid unnecessary travel in the affected areas.- EndsInputs from ANITrending Reel
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