A flood from the Lhende Stream along the Nepal-China border in Rasuwa district last night damaged the Syafrubesi-Rasuwagadhi road, leading to a complete traffic disruption.

According to Chief District Officer of Rasuwa, Arjun Paudel, the flood triggered soil erosion to Timure Dry Port which had narrowly escaped the damages during the July 8 devastating flooding from the same stream. The traffic movement along the route has been completely halted following the recent disaster.

The CDO, who is also the Chair of the District Disaster Management Committee, said there are reports about the heavy rains towards the Chinese territory, raising concerns about the possibility of further floods. In the wake of the increased risk for further disasters, people residing near the river banks have been urged to move to safety.

However, the fresh flood caused no human casualties.  Likewise, authorities have issued alerts to the communities in the lower riparian areas along the Trishuli River, warning them of potential water level rises due to the Lhende Stream flood.