The humanitarian impact due to flooding and landslides triggered by heavy rainfall, since 27-28 September in central and eastern Nepal, is still increasing.
According to media reports, as of 1 October, 217 people died, including 35 due to a landslide in Dhading district, in Bagmati province, southern Nepal. National authorities and Save the Children report that 111 people have been injured, 4,000 have been rescued, a total of 540 people have been displaced, and 5,000 have been affected. In addition, more than 54 schools and four bridges have been damaged, and 23 highways have been affected.
On 1 October, drier conditions are expected over the whole country, on 2 October rainfall is forecast over eastern Nepal.