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Flash-flood risk remains high in Nepal’s Bhotekoshi, Trishuli rivers

From Kathmandu Post · () English

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  • Nepal’s Bhotekoshi and Trishuli rivers face a high risk of flash flooding as rain continues in their upper reaches.
  • Water levels may rise significantly in Rasuwa, Nuwakot and nearby areas, while smaller rivers and streams in many districts face moderate risk.
  • Authorities urged people living near rivers and streams to remain alert.

Nepal’s Bhotekoshi and Trishuli rivers remain at high risk of flash flooding as more rain is forecast in their upper reaches.

Saraswati Bista, a flood specialist with the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology’s Flood Forecasting Division, said rain was continuing in the upper Bhotekoshi area and could intensify. Water levels are expected to rise significantly as the Bhotekoshi and Trishuli flow through Rasuwa and Nuwakot.

“There is a high risk of flash flooding in these rivers, and people living near rivers and streams have been urged to remain alert,” Bista said.

The division also warned of moderate flash-flood risk in smaller rivers and streams across a wide area, including districts in eastern, central and western Nepal. It expects flows to rise significantly in parts of Rukum, Karnali and Sudurpashchim provinces as well.

There is a high risk of flash flooding in these rivers, and people living near rivers and streams have been urged to remain alert

· Saraswati BistaThe flood specialist warned residents near the Bhotekoshi and Trishuli rivers about the immediate risk.
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