Strong Winds, Rain, and Snow Likely Over Next Three Days; Authorities Urge Caution
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- The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority has issued an alert regarding the possibility of strong winds, heavy rain, and snowfall across various parts of the country due to changing weather conditions, urging the public to remain vigilant.
- The authority specifically highlights a likelihood of heavy rainfall and snowfall in the hilly and mountainous regions of Karnali and Sudurpashchim provinces, while strong winds are expected in the Terai plains of Lumbini and Province 1.
- To mitigate risks, the authority requests residents and travelers in vulnerable areas to exercise special caution, keep windows and doors securely closed, and avoid staying in high-risk locations.
March 19, Kathmandu – The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority has warned of the potential for strong winds, rain, and snowfall across several regions of Nepal over the coming days amid changing weather patterns, urging everyone to stay alert.
In a statement issued on Thursday, the authority outlined the three-day weather forecast and issued this advisory.
According to the authority, heavy rainfall and snowfall are expected on Friday afternoon in the hilly and mountainous regions of Karnali and Sudurpashchim provinces.
Additionally, from Friday onwards, strong winds—reaching speeds of approximately 119 kilometers per hour—are anticipated in the Terai areas around Dang, Nepalgunj in Lumbini Province, and on Saturday afternoon in the eastern districts including Biratnagar, Dhankuta, and Dharan.
During this pre-monsoon period, strong winds pose risks such as falling trees, damage to weak structures and roofs, and disruptions to electricity and communication services.
Given recent incidents where people have been injured or lost their lives due to storms, the authority has urged all individuals living in or traveling through high-risk areas to exercise heightened caution.
They particularly advise avoiding unnecessary travel, ensuring windows and doors are properly closed during strong winds, extinguishing open flames, parking vehicles safely, staying in secure locations, avoiding crowds, and moving calmly to a safe place.
Furthermore, the authority requests that people avoid staying near fragile buildings, tall trees, telephone poles, and electrical lines during storms. They also advise against touching fallen electrical wires, operating electrical devices during the storm, and remaining in high-risk areas.
See the official statement below:
