Trekking Agencies Association of Nepal (TAAN) Gandaki Urges Against Trekking Due to Heavy Rainfall and Snowfall Forecast
Summary
TAAN Gandaki has urged trekking agencies not to send trekkers into the Himalayas as heavy rainfall and snowfall are forecast from Friday to Sunday. The warning comes amid concerns over landslides, floods, debris flow and disruptions to trekking routes, roads and air travel.
Key Points
- TAAN Gandaki has advised members not to send new trekking groups to risky areas from October 9 to 11.
- The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has forecast heavy to extremely heavy rain and snowfall in several provinces, including Gandaki, Lumbini, Bagmati and Koshi.
- Authorities warned that continued rainfall and snowfall could trigger landslides, floods and debris flow and disrupt transport and trekking routes.
- Guides and porters already in the field have been told to stay in safe locations.
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