Flood Risk High in Mid and West Nepal, Rivers Swell
Summary
Water levels in Nepal’s major rivers are rising, putting many districts in central and western Nepal at high risk of flash floods. The Flood Forecasting Division has urged residents in low-lying and flood-prone areas to take special precautions over the next one to two days.
Key Points
- Water levels in the Koshi, Narayani and other major river basins have risen above or near the alert level.
- High flash-flood risk has been forecast for many districts in Gandaki, Lumbini, Karnali and Sudurpashchim provinces.
- Moderate flood risk remains in Kathmandu Valley and several other hilly and Terai districts.
- The Flood Forecasting Division has urged people in flood-prone and low-lying areas to remain cautious.
