Mon, 26 October 2026
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Mon, 26 October 2026
Kathmandu, Oct 26: The country recorded 23 disaster-related incidents over the past 24 hours, with six fatalities. Three people have gone missing, while ten were injured in the incidents.
According to the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority (NDRRMA), estimated property loss from disasters which include fires, snakebites, altitude sickness, and boat capsize amount to Rs 2.9 million.
The incidents took place in between 10:00 am on October 25 and 10:00 am on October 26.
Spokesperson for the NDRMMA, Shanti Mahat said the cases of fire top the chart as they numbered 11 of the total incidents followed by nine cases of snakebite, two of altitude sickness, and one boat capsize.
According to her, snakebites resulted in two deaths and seven injuries. Similarly, one died and two were injured due to altitude sickness.
Similarly, the boat-capsize caused three deaths, leaving three injured. Nine others were rescued following the incident.
Those injured in these disaster incidents are being treated at various healthcare facilities in their respective districts.
Further collection of details of loss and damage is underway.
Meanwhile, the NDRRMA has urged the public to remain vigilant regarding risks such as snakebites, fires, altitude sickness in high-mountain regions, and potential accidents during boat travel on rivers and lakes.
People planning to travel in and through disaster-prone areas have been advised to take necessary precautions, remaining updated to weather and local atmosphere. The public have also been urged to immediately report to the relevant authorities if any potential risks are realised.
According to the NDRRMA, potential human and physical losses from disasters can be mitigated through timely preparedness, public awareness, and the adaptation of safety measures. (RSS)
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