Today Weather: Heavy Rain Expected in Nepal's Hilly Regions
The monsoon season is expected to bring significant rainfall to Nepal, with a high risk of flooding and landslides in many areas. Residents are advised to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions to ensure their safety, as the government works to prioritize disaster preparedness and mitigation efforts.
Light to moderate rain with thunder and lightning is expected in many parts of the hilly regions of Bagmati, Gandaki, and Lumbini provinces this afternoon, with heavy rain likely at one or two locations in the hilly regions of Koshi Province and in parts of other provinces.
The current weather pattern is due to the ongoing influence of monsoon winds over the country, which has led to predictions of rainfall in several regions of Nepal today, with chances of heavy rain in some areas, including Bagmati Province. Heavy to very heavy rainfall has been recorded in Bardiya district, while moderate to heavy rainfall has been seen in Gorkha, Lamjung, Kaski, Parbat, Palpa, and Baglung districts of Gandaki and Lumbini Provinces.
Rising water levels in major rivers and smaller streams are expected, along with an increased risk of landslides in fragile and steep terrain. The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has warned residents in low-lying and flood-prone areas to remain on high alert, as the risk of flooding and landslides is high. Nepal's National Speaker, Devraj Ghimire, has instructed the government to prioritize disaster preparedness ahead of the monsoon season, emphasizing the need for public awareness and safe public transportation operations.
The government has been urged to take necessary precautions to mitigate the effects of the monsoon season, which is expected to bring heavy rainfall and potential flooding to many parts of the country. Residents are advised to stay informed about the latest weather forecasts and warnings, and to take necessary precautions to ensure their safety.