Cyclone Arnab: Rain expected in various parts of the country starting Thursday
Summary
Cyclone Arnab, now affecting Nepal after hitting Andhra Pradesh, is expected to bring rain and snowfall across many parts of the country from Thursday through Saturday. The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has warned of heavy to very heavy rainfall in several provinces and urged farmers and trekkers to take precautions.
Key Points
- Cyclone Arnab has already affected parts of Nepal after originating in the Bay of Bengal and striking Andhra Pradesh.
- The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology expects cloud cover, rain, and snowfall in Nepal from Thursday through Saturday.
- Heavy to very heavy rainfall is likely in several provinces, with the highest risk in Koshi, Madhesh, Bagmati, Gandaki, and Lumbini.
- Authorities have urged farmers, trekkers, and tourists to take precautions because weather conditions could disrupt agriculture, mountaineering, trekking, and tourism.
