Nepal is witnessing another alarming flood emergency after a landslide in Gorkha district blocked the flow of the Budhi Gandaki River, causing water to accumulate and then surge downstream with tremendous force. The sudden flooding triggered panic in riverside settlements, with visuals showing powerful currents sweeping through low-lying areas and carrying away vehicles and other objects. Several homes and bridges were reportedly damaged or washed away, while the camp building of the Budhi Gandaki hydropower project was also reported to have suffered destruction. The landslide debris obstructed the river’s natural course, increasing water pressure before the water rushed downhill and created a devastating flash-flood-like situation. Residents living along the riverbanks are facing growing risks, and Nepal Police have been making public announcements to warn people and urge them to move to safer locations. Authorities have issued alerts for vulnerable riverside communities as concerns over further flooding continue. The latest disaster has revived memories of the severe flooding that affected Nepal on August 26, 2026, when the Bhotekoshi and Trishuli rivers experienced sudden floods. Although the current report says no fatalities have been confirmed so far, the damage and continuing danger have left local residents frightened and searching for safety.
