Heavy rainfall likely in hilly areas of Koshi, Terai and Bagmati

Kathmandu, Sept 3: The low-pressure trough of the monsoon is currently located south of the average position.

According to the Meteorological Forecasting Division, the weather will generally remain cloudy across the country this afternoon. There is a possibility of moderate rainfall in some hilly areas, including Lumbini province and the Terai region.

Similarly, the hilly regions of the country, including Koshi and Madhesh provinces, will generally remain cloudy tonight, while other areas will have partial cloud cover. Moderate rainfall is likely in some areas of Koshi, Madhesh, Bagmati, and Gandaki provinces, as well as in some hilly parts of other provinces.

There is a chance of heavy rainfall in one or two places in the hilly areas of Koshi, Madhesh, and Bagmati provinces. The division has indicated risks of landslides and debris flows due to the rain, and has urged all concerned to adopt safety alerts and preparedness.