Monsoon builds momentum, heavy rain alert issued for six provinces
Summary
Widespread rainfall is expected across Nepal with heavy rains in six provinces, raising risks of flooding and landslides amid strengthening monsoon activity.
Key Points
- The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology forecasts widespread rainfall across Nepal with heavy rain in six provinces.
- Heavy rainfall could cause localized flooding and landslides in the hilly regions of Koshi, Bagmati, Gandaki, Lumbini, Karnali and Sudurpashchim provinces.
- Thunderstorms and showers are expected in many parts of the hill and Terai regions, including Kathmandu, Pokhara, and other major cities.
- The monsoon trough is moving closer to Nepal, which may further intensify rainfall in the coming days.
