Heavy rain likely in isolated areas today

KATHMANDU: The Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has forecast continued monsoon activity across Nepal, with chances of heavy rainfall in isolated areas of the hilly and Terai regions, particularly in Koshi, Bagmati, Gandaki, and Lumbini provinces.

According to the Weather Forecasting Division, the weather will remain generally cloudy nationwide today. Moderate rainfall is likely in some hilly areas of Koshi, Bagmati, Gandaki, and Lumbini provinces, with light to moderate showers expected in a few other regions. Heavy rain is possible at one or two locations in the hilly and Terai regions of Koshi, Bagmati, Gandaki, and Lumbini.

Tonight, the weather is expected to remain generally cloudy over the hilly areas of Koshi, Madhes, Bagmati, and Gandaki provinces, and partly cloudy elsewhere. Moderate rain is likely at a few places in Koshi, Madhes, Bagmati, and Gandaki, and at isolated locations in the remaining provinces.

The Division has urged the public to remain alert and take precautions, warning of possible landslides and debris flows. Rising water levels in rivers and streams may also disrupt transportation services.