Fresh flood fears in Nepal as landslide partially blocks Chaulani river in Darchula

A massive landslide has partially blocked the Chaulani River in Nepal’s Darchula district, prompting authorities to place downstream communities on alert amid fears that continued debris could choke the river and trigger sudden flooding.The landslide occurred at Bhattar in Api Himal Rural Municipality, with debris spilling into the river and affecting its flow. The district administration office, Darchula, warned that further landslides could completely block the river, raising the risk of a sudden breach and flash floods downstream.Authorities have urged people living along the riverbanks to remain vigilant and take precautionary measures. Security personnel have been deployed to warn residents and remain on standby for emergency response.Sudurpaschim Chief Minister Khagraj Bhatta also di