Nepal Flash Floods

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1. 11 Oct

   KATHMANDU, Nepal (AP) — Residents along the Budhi Gandaki river in north central Nepal evacuated on Sunday as flash flooding destroyed homes and other structures in the area.

   5 outlets · Toronto Star
2. 12 Oct

   Rescuers from Nepal's military on Monday reached an area hit by a flash flood the previous day.

   3 outlets · CBC

Coverage 14 articles

• 12 Oct Rescue helicopters race to flood-hit Nepal villages as 5 reported missingRescue helicopters and soldiers are aiding villagers along the Budhi Gandaki River in north central Nepal following a flash flood caused by a landslide on Sunday, October 4th. Five people remain missing but no fatalities have been reported yet. The flood damaged or destroyed five bridges, three hydropower plant construction sites, dozens of houses and farms. Around 95 people, including nine foreigners, were…ABC News (US)
• 12 Oct Rescue helicopters race to flood-hit Nepal villages as 5 reported missingRescue helicopters reached flood-hit villages along the Budhi Gandaki river in north central Nepal after a flash flood caused by a landslide damaged several areas Sunday, affecting 95 people including nine foreigners who have been evacuated to nearby towns. Five individuals remain missing while no fatalities have been reported thus far; early warnings allowed many residents and tourists to reach safety before the…CBC
• 12 Oct Rescue helicopters race to flood-hit Nepal villages as 5 reported missingRescue teams from Nepal's military used helicopters to reach villages affected by a sudden flood near the Budhi Gandaki river on Monday, bringing supplies and assisting with evacuations. Five people were reported missing following the flash flood that occurred the day before. The operation focused on delivering aid and ensuring the safety of residents and tourists in the north central region of Nepal.Toronto Star
• 12 Oct Bridge washed away by torrent of water in NepalFlash floods along the Budhi Gandaki River in Nepal swept away several homes and a bridge on October 12, 2026, prompting residents to evacuate to higher ground. The incident left five people missing while six were rescued according to local authorities.Al Jazeera
• 11 Oct Roaring flash floods wipe out entire bridge in Nepal in dramatic videoRaging waters from flash floods recently destroyed a bridge over the Budhi Gandaki River in Nepal's Gorkha district, as shown in dramatic video footage. The incident occurred over the weekend, leading to at least five missing persons and over 80 rescues. Prime Minister Balendra Shah reported on social media that several people were also rescued from Jagat due to landslides. This flood follows another devastating…New York Post
• 11 Oct At least five people missing as flash floods in Nepal sweep away housesFlash floods hit central Nepal near Gorkha district, sweeping away houses and leaving five people missing. The flooding occurred after a landslide blocked the Budhi Gandaki River, leading authorities to evacuate residents along riverbanks downstream. About a dozen houses were destroyed, and two suspension bridges were swept away. No casualties have been reported so far, but rescue efforts continue with assistance…Al Jazeera
• 11 Oct Homes and bridges swept away as fresh floods hit NepalA major flood along the Budhi Gandaki River in Nepal's Gorkha district has swept away houses and bridges, damaged parts of a hydropower station, and left five people missing while rescuing around 50 others. The river’s water level rose from two meters to nearly eight and a half meters within hours, displacing families just as they were preparing for the Dashain festival. Authorities are still assessing damage but…BBC
• 11 Oct Nepal floods: Chilling videos show bridges swept away, homes destroyedVideos from Nepal depict severe flooding along the Budhi Gandaki River in Gorkha district, showing bridges destroyed and homes swept away by powerful floodwaters. At least 10 people are missing following the sudden surge, with damage including the destruction of around 35 houses and six bridges. The Nepal Army and helicopters have been deployed for rescue operations as authorities investigate potential causes such…Times of India
• 11 Oct Nepal urges villagers to evacuate after flood triggered by landslideNepal’s authorities have ordered villagers to evacuate after a flood caused by a landslide in Chumnubri village, Gorkha district, swept away several houses and two suspension bridges. The flood occurred when the Budhi Gandaki River was blocked, leading to downstream flooding that washed away a highway bridge connecting Gorkha with Dhading district. About 18 workers from a hydroelectric project also escaped after…New York Post
• 11 Oct Villages evacuated as flash flood from Budhi Gandaki river hits northern NepalResidents along the Budhi Gandaki river in north central Nepal evacuated on Sunday as flash flooding destroyed homes and other structures. The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority warned others to move to safer areas while assessing the cause of the flood. Videos shared online show houses being swept away by the swollen river, but there were no immediate reports of casualties. While the exact…CBC

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