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Forecasts for smaller areas could minimise damage and save lives, experts say
By Chandan Kumar Mandal
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As in the past few years, Sindhupalchok was the worst hit. Flooding of the Melamchi river displaced hundreds of families, killed five and 20 went missing. Manang, usually a dry district, saw unprecedented floods and landslides sweeping away houses and hundreds had to be airlifted to safety. Lamjung also witnessed damage to private and public property and displacement of families.
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The Flood Forecasting Division of the department monitors the water levels in several river basins through 89 stations to provide 24-hour updates on water flow in those rivers. Based on these and rainfall prediction authorities warn communities of imminent floods.
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The government’s monsoon action plan has estimated that nearly 1.8 million people are likely to be affected by monsoon-related disasters this season.
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