Long rain spell easing, heavy rain threat nearly over: Meteorologist Pokharel
Summary
Meteorologist Binod Pokharel says the four-day spell of continuous rain is expected to ease from Sunday, with the risk of heavy rainfall nearly over. The downpours have triggered floods and landslides and disrupted roads in several parts of the country, though early warnings helped reduce potential damage.
Key Points
- The four-day spell of continuous rainfall is expected to gradually weaken from Sunday, according to meteorologist Binod Pokharel.
- Pokharel said the possibility of heavy rainfall has almost ended, though some areas may still get rain until Sunday afternoon.
- Heavy rainfall has triggered floods and landslides and disrupted roads in several parts of the country.
- Timely weather warnings and coordination among agencies helped prevent major disasters and reduce losses of life and property.