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Rains Swamp the Gandak River

Heavy rains have pushed the Gandak River to dangerous, record-breaking heights.

Rains Swamp the Gandak River

Torrential rainfall across Nepal and India has resulted in unprecedented flooding along the Gandak River. The river’s water level reached historic highs due to prolonged periods of intense precipitation. These extreme weather conditions caused significant disruption throughout affected regions. Authorities reported that the rising waters impacted numerous communities and infrastructure within both countries. Ongoing monitoring is being conducted as officials assess the full extent of the damage.


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