The landslide struck Bhattar in Api Himal Rural Municipality, sending a large volume of debris into the Chaulani River and disrupting its flow. The District Administration Office in Darchula warned that further landslides could completely block the river, potentially causing a sudden breach and flash flooding in downstream areas.
Residents living along the riverbanks have been urged to remain alert and take necessary precautions. Security personnel have been deployed to inform people in vulnerable areas and remain prepared to respond if an emergency occurs.
Sudurpaschim Chief Minister Khagraj Bhatta has instructed local authorities and security agencies to remain on high alert and make preparations for any possible emergency. The administration has also released emergency contact numbers for flood and disaster-related assistance.
Fresh landslide in Nepal partially blocks a river
— Sabbir Ahmed (@Sabbiry5x) September 5, 2026
Water is already cutting through again
Reports say this is a localized event in far-western Nepal — unrelated to the much larger August 2026 flood disaster pic.twitter.com/e3Tte0Lgor
The Armed Police Force said the Chaulani River was currently flowing at a normal level. However, personnel from the Nepal Chameliya Hydropower Security Base in Balanch have been mobilised to monitor the situation and warn nearby communities if required.
The latest warning comes as Nepal continues to deal with the aftermath of severe flooding and flash floods in several areas. Rescue and recovery operations remain underway after recent floods displaced communities and resulted in deaths and widespread damage.
The partial blockage of the Chaulani River has heightened concerns that additional heavy rainfall could further destabilise the situation and trigger another flash-flood emergency downstream
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