
Monsoon rains and blocked roads are delaying delivery of food, shelter, and emergency hygiene supplies to survivors of Nepal's catastrophic floods, according to World Vision's Dhruba Gurmachhan, who outlines the most urgent needs on the ground.
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Nepal is experiencing catastrophic floods exacerbated by monsoon weather, which has blocked roads and impeded emergency response efforts.
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Blocked roads and monsoon weather are complicating efforts to get food, shelter and emergency hygeine to survivors of Nepal's catastrophic floods. World Vision's Dhruba Gurmachhan explains what survivors need the most.
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