Flood Forecasting Department Predicts Significant Rise in River Levels
Summary
The Flood Forecasting Department says river levels across major basins in Nepal will rise significantly over the next three days, with a moderate flash flood risk in several small rivers today. Koshi and Madhesh provinces may face flash floods in some areas tomorrow and the day after.
Key Points
- The Flood Forecasting Department says the flow of major rivers including Koshi, Narayani, Bagmati, Karnali, Mahakali and Rapti remains below alert level for now.
- Water levels in the Koshi and Narayani river basins are expected to rise significantly for the next three days starting today.
- Small rivers across several districts face a moderate risk of flash floods today.
- Some small rivers in Koshi and Madhesh provinces may experience flash floods tomorrow and the day after.
