Hundreds feared dead in massive landslide in Achham

Latest reports say hundreds of people are missing in a massive landslide in Khaptad area in the far-western district of Achham.

At least 80 houses got swept away in the landslide Saturday night and most of dwellers of these villagers are out of contact. The landslide resulted after incessant rainfall in the area.

Reports quoting senior officials at the regional office of the Armed Police Force (APF) in Dipayal, Doti, said no rescue works could take place in the landslide area due to continuous rain and disruption of communication.

Details of the incident are awaited. nepalnews.com mk/by Aug 27 06

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