Monsoon-induced disaster death toll climbs to 108

KATHMANDU, JULY 15: A total of 108 people have died due to monsoon-induced disasters, including floods, landslides, and inundation in different parts of the country. According to the Nepal Police Headquarters, the death toll since the monsoon began on June 10 to July 14 has reached 108.

Among the deceased, two died in Kathmandu Valley, 19 in Koshi Province, five in Madhesh Province, nine in Bagmati, 38 in Gandaki, 23 in Lumbini, four in Karnali Province, and eight in Sudurpaschim Province.

Similarly, 119 people were injured in the incidents, including eight in Kathmandu Valley, 31 in Koshi, nine in Madhesh, seven in Bagmati, 28 in Gandaki, nine in Lumbini, 16 in Karnali, and 11 in Sudurpaschim Province. According to Nepal Police, 53 people affected by the floods and landslides have been rescued, while six people are still missing. During this period, a total of 182 houses were inundated due to floods.

Similarly, 203 houses, 75 sheds, 41 bridges, one school, and two government offices were damaged. A total of 516 cattle perished, while 3,552 families were displaced from their homes due to the disaster.