Heavy rain alert: Vehicle services halted in Baitadi, Darchula
Summary
Vehicle services have been halted in Baitadi and Darchula after heavy rainfall forecasts raised the risk of floods and landslides. Authorities have urged transport operators and the public to keep vehicles off the roads until Sunday morning.
Key Points
- Public vehicle movement has been banned in Baitadi from 6 am Friday until 6 am Sunday.
- Darchula authorities have asked people to keep both public and private vehicles off the roads.
- Weather and disaster agencies have warned that Baitadi and Darchula face a high risk of heavy rainfall, floods and landslides.
- Baitadi has been receiving continuous rainfall since last night.
