Heavy rain, flood risk rise as low-pressure system moves across Nepal
Summary
A low-pressure system over the Bay of Bengal is bringing heavy rain to much of Nepal, with extremely heavy downpours possible in parts of Lumbini and Gandaki. The Flood Forecasting Division has warned of high flood risk in 12 districts, including Gorkha, Kaski, Dang, Banke and Kanchanpur.
Key Points
- Heavy to very heavy rain is forecast in parts of Koshi, Bagmati, Gandaki, Lumbini and Karnali provinces as a low-pressure system moves across Nepal.
- One or two places in Lumbini and Gandaki could receive extremely heavy rain, while thunderstorms and strong winds may affect Madhesh and other provinces.
- The Flood Forecasting Division has warned that 12 districts, including Gorkha, Lamjung, Kaski, Dang and Kanchanpur, face high flood risk.
- Meteorologist Rojan Lamichhane said the system will gradually strengthen its effects in western Nepal before easing in the east over the next two days.
