Road Section Between Hetauda and Kathmandu Suspended Due to Reservoir Flooding
What happened
The Bhimphedi–Deurali–Kulekhani road section, which connects Hetauda and Kathmandu, will be suspended for 12 hours due to rising water levels in the Kulekhani Reservoir. The District Administration Office of Makwanpur prohibited all vehicle movement on the section from 5:00 PM Saturday until 5:00 AM Sunday, citing the risk of floods and landslides.
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Why it matters
Continuous rainfall from Cyclone “Arnab” has caused the reservoir level to approach its full capacity of 1,530 meters. If the dam gates need to be opened, the sudden increase in water flow could pose a significant risk to downstream areas of the Bagmati River.
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Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- NepalSpeculative
National supply chains in Nepal might face delays and increased costs due to the road closure and flood risk.