Night-time traffic halted on BP Highway in Kavre for four days
Summary
Night-time vehicle movement on the Kavrepalanchok section of the BP Highway will be halted for four days as authorities warn of floods and landslides from heavy rainfall. Rescue teams have been placed on standby and residents in high-risk areas have been urged to stay alert and avoid risky travel.
Key Points
- Authorities have banned vehicle movement on the Kavrepalanchok section of the BP Highway from 5 pm to 5 am for four days due to flood and landslide risks.
- The restriction runs from Thursday, Sept 24, until 5 am on Monday, Sept 28, amid forecasts of heavy rainfall.
- The District Police Office in Kavrepalanchok may also stop daytime traffic if conditions worsen.
- Rescue teams from the Nepali Army, Nepal Police and Armed Police Force have been instructed to remain on standby.
