Heatwave tightens grip on Tarai, likely to persist for three more days
Summary
A severe heatwave is affecting Nepal's Tarai region, with temperatures exceeding 38 degrees Celsius expected to continue for three more days, prompting weather alerts in several districts.
Key Points
- A prolonged heatwave is sweeping across Nepal's southern Tarai plains with temperatures exceeding 38°C in multiple districts.
- The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology (DHM) issued an orange alert for several districts and a yellow alert for others based on heat severity.
- Temperatures have already crossed 39°C in parts of Lumbini Province and are forecast to reach up to 41°C in Nepalgunj.
- Despite potential rainfall and thunderstorms in hilly areas, heatwave conditions will persist in the lowlands, urging people to take precautions against heat-related illnesses.
