Possibility of heavy rains in these 5 states, urge to remain vigilant

KATHMANDU: AUGUST 19 – It is said that the weather is changing across the country even today. According to the Department of Water and Meteorology, there is normal to complete cloud cover in Gandaki.

In other states, there has been partial and general change. There is light to moderate rain in some parts of Bagmati and Gandaki States. In the afternoon, there is a possibility of light to moderate rain in many places across the country. Heavy rain with thunder and lightning is expected in Lumbini and one or two places in the Far Western States.

There is a possibility of light to moderate rain in many places across the country tonight. According to the department, there is a possibility of heavy rain with thunder and lightning in one or two places in State-1, 2, Gandaki and Far-Western States.

The department has urged to be vigilant as the water level in rivers and streams may rise due to the risk of landslides and drift in hilly areas due to the possibility of heavy rains.