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Nepal on High Alert: Heavy Rains to Trigger Disasters
23 Sep
Summary
- Nepal's disaster response mechanisms activated due to predicted heavy rainfall.
- Advisory urges citizens to remain alert from September 24 to 27.
- Heavy rains expected to cause flooding, landslides, and affect tourism.
Nepal's disaster response mechanisms are active following a weather alert predicting heavy rainfall from September 24 to 27. A developing low-pressure system from the Bay of Bengal is expected to bring significant downpours across the nation.
The Ministry of Home Affairs has issued an advisory, urging public vigilance and cautioning against non-essential travel. Citizens are advised to rely on official government channels for weather updates and information.
Gandaki and Lumbini Provinces are particularly at risk for heavy to very heavy rainfall, with potential for flooding and landslides. Other provinces are also expected to experience rain, necessitating precautions for road and air transport.
The government has initiated monsoon preparedness plans, mobilizing district mechanisms accordingly. The tourism sector, including mountaineers and trekkers, has been advised to exercise extreme caution and monitor weather forecasts closely.
Authorities have warned of severe risks including soil erosion, destructive floods, landslides, and urban inundation, especially in the Terai region. Higher elevations may also see heavy snowfall, posing additional hazards to mountain activities. Health institutions and transport services are on alert to ensure continuity.
