Heavy rain forecast from Thursday, high risk from Gandaki to Koshi
Summary
Heavy rain is likely across Nepal from Thursday, with the highest risk stretching from Gandaki to Koshi provinces through Friday night. Meteorologist Binod Pokharel has urged the public, farmers and mountain travelers to follow district-level forecasts and take precautions.
Key Points
- Rain is expected to begin across Nepal from Thursday, according to meteorologist Binod Pokharel.
- The risk of heavy rainfall is highest from Gandaki to Koshi provinces through Friday night.
- A low-pressure system over the Bay of Bengal could develop into a cyclone before weakening near Nepal.
- People, especially farmers and mountain travelers, have been urged to monitor weather updates and take precautions.
