KATHMANDU: The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has warned that the risk of heat wave conditions will persist in several parts of the Tarai region for the next few days due to a continuous rise in temperatures across the country.
Issuing a notice, the Department said there is a possibility of heat wave conditions in some districts of the Tarai until Thursday, urging people to take necessary precautions.
Temperatures in parts of Lumbini and Sudurpaschim provinces have already crossed 40 degrees Celsius. Dhangadhi and Nepalgunj recorded a high of 43°C on Tuesday afternoon, while Kathmandu reached 33°C.
Meteorologist Binu Maharjan said the heat wave is likely to continue in eastern Tarai districts until Saturday, and for a few more days in western regions.
The Department has advised people to avoid unnecessary outdoor movement during daytime, wear light cotton clothing, and stay hydrated.
An early warning has been issued for districts including Kanchanpur, Kailali, Dadeldhura, Doti, Bardiya, Banke, Dang, Kapilvastu, and Rupandehi in Lumbini and Sudurpaschim provinces.
Similarly, residents of Achham, Surkhet, Dailekh, Salyan, Rolpa, Pyuthan, Arghakhanchi, Palpa, Nawalparasi, Nawalpur, Chitwan, Makawanpur, Parsa, Bara, Sarlahi, Mahottari, Dhanusha, Siraha, Saptari, Sindhuli, and Udayapur have been urged to stay alert and updated on weather conditions.
The Department warned that heat wave conditions can cause health problems such as headaches, dizziness, fainting, and dehydration. It especially urged children, elderly people, and those with chronic illnesses to take extra precautions.
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