'No trekking in high hilly, Himalayan areas on Oct 29-31'
Summary
The Department of Immigration has urged trekkers to stop all trekking in high hilly and Himalayan areas from October 29 to 31 due to the risk of heavy rainfall, snow, snowstorms and avalanches. Tourists already in risky areas have been advised to stay in safe places.
Key Points
- The Department of Immigration has asked everyone to suspend trekking in high hilly and Himalayan areas for three days starting October 29.
- The warning follows information from the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority about possible heavy rain, snowing, snowstorms and avalanches.
- Tourists already in risky areas have been told to remain in safe places.
- Surya Prasad Chapagain issued the notice on behalf of the Department of Immigration.
