Kaski District on High Alert Due to Heavy Rainfall Forecast
Summary
Kaski district has been placed on high alert after heavy to very heavy rainfall was forecast for October 9 to 11. Authorities have restricted night buses, outdoor activities, trekking, and water sports, while keeping rescue teams, hospitals, and helicopters on standby.
Key Points
- Kaski district has adopted a high alert after the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology forecast heavy to very heavy rainfall from October 9 to 11.
- The District Administration Office has restricted night buses, limited vehicle movement after 4 PM in rural areas, and ordered trekking to be suspended.
- Adventure sports and water tourism activities in Pokhara, including boating and surfing on Phewa Lake and Begnas Lake, have been stopped.
- Hospitals, ambulances, rescue teams, helicopters, and heavy equipment have been kept ready for emergency response.
