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Two Women Die After Being Crushed by Falling Tree in Rolpa

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Two women, Ruju Jhakri and Manbuji Jhakri, died in Rolpa after a tree uprooted by strong winds fell on them. Ruju Jhakri died on the spot, while Manbuji Jhakri passed away while being transported for medical treatment.

  • The incident occurred in Thabang, Rolpa, when the two women were returning home after visiting a patient at the Thabang Basic Hospital.
  • The tree that fell on them was identified as an Uttis (alnus nepalensis) or alder tree.
  • Manbuji Jhakri was being transported to Pokhara for medical treatment when she succumbed to her injuries.
  • A police rescue team was dispatched to the scene after receiving information about people trapped under the fallen tree.

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