Bara, Kalaiya — Rainfall is continuing across Nepal, with rain reported in various parts of the country, from the Kathmandu Valley to the Tarai, hills and mountainous regions.
A low-pressure system developed over the Bay of Bengal, combined with the influence of the monsoon and westerly winds, is expected to make rainfall more active over the coming days.
According to the Meteorological Forecasting Division, light to moderate rainfall is occurring across most parts of the country, while some areas are experiencing heavy rainfall. Palpa and Kapilvastu have received comparatively higher rainfall than other areas. Heavy rain is continuing in some parts of Lumbini and Gandaki provinces, while water levels in rivers and streams are rising in and around Kapilvastu, Gulmi, Tanahun, Kaski, Syangja and Palpa.
Today, there is a possibility of torrential rainfall in a few places in Koshi, Bagmati and Gandaki provinces and in one or two places in Madhesh and Lumbini provinces. Some hilly areas of Koshi and Bagmati provinces may receive very heavy rainfall, while the Tarai areas of Madhesh and Koshi provinces may experience rain accompanied by strong winds.
From September 25 to 27, various parts of the country are expected to receive heavy to extremely heavy rainfall. Snowfall is possible in high-hill and Himalayan areas, along with strong winds and lightning. Authorities have urged the public to remain cautious as the risk of floods, inundation, landslides and debris flows is expected to increase.
Schools in Kalaiya Closed for Two Days
Considering the possibility of adverse weather and the safety of students, Kalaiya Sub-Metropolitan City has decided to suspend classes for two days—Thursday, September 24, and Friday, September 25—in all community and institutional (private) schools within the city.
The Ministry of Education and Sports had also urged local governments to close schools as necessary in coordination with local authorities, considering the possibility of heavy rainfall. Based on the same guidance, the Education Section of Kalaiya Sub-Metropolitan City announced the two-day school closure.
The sub-metropolitan city has also urged parents not to allow their children to go to rivers, streams, ponds or other areas vulnerable to landslides and other weather-related hazards.
Meanwhile, in view of the possibility of heavy rainfall, authorities have advised people to avoid long-distance travel unless absolutely necessary. Those who must travel have been urged to check weather and road conditions beforehand.
The Department of Roads has also advised travelers to exercise particular caution in areas at risk of flooding, landslides, soil erosion and debris flows.
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