More than 100 foreign trekkers stranded by floods in Nepal’s Gorkha region
Summary
More than 100 foreign hikers are stranded in Nepal’s Gorkha region after flash floods damaged bridges and trekking paths. Rescue teams saved 321 people, and efforts are ongoing to help those affected as floodwaters go down.Key Facts
- Flash floods hit the Gorkha district in central Nepal, washing away bridges, homes, and hiking trails.
- Over 100 foreign trekkers are stranded on the Manaslu trekking trail.
- Rescue teams have evacuated 321 people, including 12 foreigners.
- Some trekkers can continue hiking from safe places with restaurants and tea houses.
- Five villagers are missing after the floods destroyed more than 200 homes and damaged infrastructure.
- Floods followed a landslide that blocked the Budhi Gandaki River, about 100 km west of Kathmandu.
- Authorities urged people living near the river in several districts to evacuate.
- Some stranded trekkers have no electricity, limited communication, and dwindling food supplies.
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