Nepal Landslide: Mountain Crumbles Near Krak Village, Third Disaster in Just 2 Months
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Nepal is facing its third major natural disaster in just two months as a massive landslide near Krak village in the Manaslu region has triggered panic among residents, damaged houses and roads, and prompted emergency rescue operations amid fears of further destruction.
The landslide reportedly brought down a large section of the mountain, sending debris towards nearby settlements and disrupting local movement. Residents in the surrounding hilly areas fled their homes as the situation worsened.
Rescue Operations Hampered by Bad Weather
Rescue teams have reached the affected area and are searching for people feared trapped beneath the debris. Local residents said several houses and roads suffered extensive damage after the mountainside collapsed.
However, adverse weather conditions have made rescue and relief operations difficult. Authorities and emergency teams are facing challenges in reaching affected locations and assessing the full extent of the destruction.
Manaslu Region Faces Fresh Natural Disaster
The latest landslide has added to the region's growing concerns over natural disasters. Manaslu and surrounding areas have experienced floods and landslides in the past, with a major disaster in August this year still fresh in residents' memories.
The latest incident has renewed fears among communities living in the mountainous region, where unstable slopes and difficult weather conditions can increase the risk of further landslides.
Nepal Flash Floods Leave Thousands Dead or Missing
Nepal has continued to grapple with the aftermath of devastating flash floods triggered by a glacier-related disaster on August 26, 2026. According to the United Nations, more than 1500 people were killed, while over 5,500 remain missing, including hundreds of foreign nationals, as families continue to face uncertainty over the fate of their loved ones.
In a separate incident, fresh flash floods struck Nepal's central Gorkha district in October after a landslide reportedly blocked the Budhi Gandaki River, leaving at least five people missing and prompting the rescue of 95 others.
