New flooding in Nepal destroyed several bridges and houses
A flash flood occurred in Nepal as a result of a breach in a natural dam on the Budhi Gandaki River. The river waters, overflowing their banks, washed away several bridges and dozens of houses, and destroyed a campsite of hydroelectric power station construction workers.
A new flood in Nepal has destroyed several bridges and houses. According to reports, about 50 people living along the river were rescued, while five people still remain missing.
Experts say a natural dam was formed a while ago as a result of a landslide in the gorge through which the Budhi Gandaki River flows. As the water filled up and the pressure increased, the dam burst, sending a powerful current flowing downstream.
Within two hours, the water level in the river rose from 2 meters to 8.5 meters. The government managed to warn the population 20-30 minutes before the arrival of the flood, after which many people climbed to higher ground.
The flood also destroyed a Bailey bridge, which hydroelectric power plant builders used to transport construction materials and equipment, as well as several suspension bridges. Power transmission lines and houses along the riverbank were swept away by the water.
A few days ago, the search operation for victims of the late-August flood in Nepal was completed. The death toll from the disaster was announced as 1,455, with 5,285 people considered missing.