GORKHA: A flood in the Therang River, which flows through Chumanubri Rural Municipality-4 and 2 in the mountainous region of Gorkha district, has swept away four houses and a suspension bridge.
According to the District Police Office, the flood that occurred on Sunday morning washed away the houses of Namrungkanurbu Ongyal (Nurbu Tshiring), Urgen Chhayoden, Lakpa Bhuti and Dorje Gyaljen in Chumanubri Rural Municipality-4.
No casualties were reported in the incident, said Deputy Superintendent of Police Rajkumar Shrestha, chief of the District Police Office. He said the residents managed to flee to safety after learning about the rising floodwaters. The suspension bridge in the area was also swept away by the river.
The destruction of the bridge is expected to cause difficulties for tourists trekking in the Manaslu region. Nima Lama, chairperson of Chumanubri Rural Municipality, said local authorities could take temporary measures to restore pedestrian access in the area.
Assistant Chief District Officer Netra Prasad Sharma said the flood, carrying mud and debris, temporarily blocked the river’s outlet and caused damage in the surrounding area. As the Therang River eventually joins the Budhi Gandaki River, residents living along the Budhi Gandaki have been urged to remain alert.
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