KATHMANDU, APRIL 20
Temperatures have risen across most parts of the country over the past few days, resulting in intense heat conditions. Meanwhile, the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has projected the possibility of a heat wave in several Tarai districts.
According to details published by the Department this afternoon, Kapilvastu recorded a temperature of 41°C, while Banke registered 39°C.
Madhes, Bagmati, Gandaki, and Sudurpaschim Provinces are currently experiencing hot weather conditions. The Department has further stated that a heat wave is likely in the western Tarai regions of Sudurpaschim and Lumbini Provinces.
The Department has urged the public to remain updated through its official bulletins and to adopt necessary precautionary measures. Meteorologist Sanjeev Adhikari stated that Tarai districts, in particular, are expected to experience extreme heat until Wednesday.
However, the likelihood of a heat wave remains low in Koshi Province for the time being, as cloud cover persists in the region. Conversely, there is a high possibility of heat wave conditions in western Lumbini, Nepalgunj, Dhangadhi, and other Tarai areas.
Temperatures in Dipayal of Sudurpaschim Province reached around 40°C this afternoon, which officials described as unusual for the region.
Senior Hydrologist at the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority, Rajendra Sharma, has urged timely preparedness and increased public awareness, noting that climate change is likely to intensify seasonal extreme weather events such as heat waves.
"We have prepared a procedure to reduce the impacts of heat waves and forwarded it to concerned intergovernmental bodies for implementation, along with ongoing discussions for effective execution," he added.
