World News : Even as Nepal continues to deal with the impact of the recent floods, another major flood threat has emerged in Nuwakot district. Police have warned residents of Dhunde Bazaar and nearby areas to move immediately to safer locations, saying floodwater could reach the area within the next 20 to 25 minutes after water flows down from upstream.
Police and local authorities have begun evacuating people living along the riverbanks. Announcements are being made across the affected areas, asking residents to vacate their homes and shops and move to safer places without delay.
Police Begin Evacuation in Dhunde Bazaar
Police and administrative teams were seen moving people away from riverbank areas in Dhunde Bazaar. Authorities are repeatedly warning residents that the threat is increasing and that any negligence could prove dangerous.
Local officials said people staying near the river are being shifted to safer locations. Police teams are continuously moving through the area and alerting residents about the possible rise in water levels.
Fear of Sudden Increase in River Flow
Officials fear that the river flow could suddenly increase due to water being released from upstream areas or because of a natural event. At the local level, authorities have described the potential flood as several times more serious than the earlier threat.
As a precaution, immediate evacuation has been started in vulnerable areas. Police and local authorities are working to move people to safer locations while closely monitoring the situation.
Area Was Already Hit by Recent Floods
Nuwakot is among the areas badly affected by the recent Bhotekoshi-Trishuli floods. Several roads and bridges have already been damaged, while relief and rescue operations are still continuing in the affected region.
The possibility of another major flood has increased concerns for the administration. Officials said the situation is being monitored continuously and that any change in the river’s water level is being taken seriously.
