DHM urges caution over possibility of heavy rainfall
Summary
The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has warned of heavy rainfall, snowfall and blizzards across parts of Nepal from Thursday as Cyclone Arnab develops in the Bay of Bengal. The agency has urged farmers, travelers and local authorities to prepare for possible floods, landslides, road obstructions and flight disruptions.
Key Points
- The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has issued a special bulletin warning of rainfall and snowfall across Nepal from Thursday, with conditions expected to intensify on Friday and Saturday.
- Cyclone Arnab in the Bay of Bengal is expected to influence Nepal’s weather, bringing moderate to heavy rain in several provinces and snowfall in high-hilly and mountainous areas.
- The DHM has warned of blizzards, avalanches, floods, landslides, road blockages and possible disruptions to air travel.
- Farmers and tourists have been advised to take precautions and check weather conditions before travel.
