Kathmandu:A total of 20 disaster-related incidents were reported across the country over the past 24 hours, leading to eight injuries and property damage estimated at approximately Rs 2.41 million.
According to National News Agency RSS, the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority (NDRRMA) detailed that these incidents included fires, snakebites, altitude sickness, landslides, and animal attacks occurring in various districts from 1000 am on October 23 to 1000 am on October 24.
NDRRMA Spokesperson Shanti Mahat reported that snakebite incidents were recorded in Saptari, Dhading, Gorkha, Kanchanpur, and Dadeldhura. Fires were reported in Morang, Sunsari, Bara, Nawalparasi East, Dang, Salyan, Kailali, and Dadeldhura. Altitude sickness cases emerged in Manang and Dolpa, while a landslide occurred in Myagdi. Additionally, wild animal attacks were noted in Kaski and Kailali.
The incidents have resulted in injuries to eight individuals, who are currently receiving treatment at various health facilities, including some outside their home districts. Fortunately, no fatalities have been reported.
Authorities have urged the public to coordinate with local administrations, security forces, and relevant authorities upon perceiving any disaster risk. They emphasize the importance of following official information and directives. Additionally, they stress that exercising caution and adopting risk-reduction measures can mitigate loss and damage during disasters.