Heavy rainfall forecast across Nepal: Govt issues four-day travel and safety advisory
Summary
Nepal is on alert for heavy rainfall, floods, and landslides from October 3 to 6, with authorities issuing travel advisories and urging preparedness in affected regions.
Key Points
- A fresh low-pressure system from the Bay of Bengal is causing active monsoon conditions and heavy rainfall in Nepal from October 3 to 6.
- The Ministry of Energy, Water Resources and Irrigation warns of rising river levels and possible flooding in multiple provinces.
- The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority has issued a four-day travel advisory urging people to avoid long-distance and nighttime travel.
- Authorities have restricted night vehicular movement on key routes and mobilized rescue equipment, with Home Minister Om Prakash Aryal stressing effective disaster preparedness.
