Trekkers urged to stay off Mustang trails amid adverse weather forecast
Summary
Trekkers and tourists have been urged to avoid high-altitude areas in Mustang from October 29 to 31 as Cyclone Arnab threatens heavy rain, snowfall, blizzards and avalanches. Authorities have warned of landslides, slippery roads and transport disruptions across trekking routes in the region.
Key Points
- The Trekking Agencies’ Association of Nepal and local authorities in Mustang have told trekkers to suspend travel to high-altitude areas from October 29 to 31.
- Officials warned of moderate to heavy rainfall, strong winds, heavy snowfall, blizzards and avalanches linked to Cyclone Arnab.
- Tourists at base camps and high-altitude destinations, including Tilicho Lake, have been advised to move to safer places and postpone expeditions.
- Authorities also warned of possible road and air transport disruptions, landslides and blockages near the Korala border point and other routes.
