KATHMANDU: Nepal recorded 20 disaster-related incidents across the country in the past 24 hours, leaving eight people injured and causing property damage estimated at approximately Rs 2.41 million.
According to the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority (NDRRMA), the incidents included fires, snakebites, altitude sickness, landslides, and wild animal attacks. The incidents occurred in various districts between 10:00 am on October 23 and 10:00 am on October 24.
NDRRMA spokesperson Shanti Mahat said snakebite cases were reported in Saptari, Dhading, Gorkha, Kanchanpur, and Dadeldhura. Meanwhile, fire incidents were recorded in Morang, Sunsari, Bara, Nawalparasi East, Dang, Salyan, Kailali, and Dadeldhura.
Similarly, altitude sickness cases were reported in Manang and Dolpa, while a landslide occurred in Myagdi. Wild animal attacks were also reported in Kaski and Kailali.
The incidents left eight people injured, but no deaths were reported. The injured are receiving treatment at various health facilities, including hospitals outside their home districts.
The NDRRMA has urged the public to coordinate with local administrations, security agencies, and concerned authorities whenever potential disaster risks are identified. It has also advised people to follow official updates and instructions.
The authority emphasized that adopting preventive measures, remaining vigilant, and following safety guidelines during disasters can help minimize loss of life and property damage.