KATHMANDU, June 24: The Terai region has been experiencing hotter days continuously for the past few days. The temperature continues to rise in Terai, the southern plain region of the country.
The Meteorological Forecasting Division has urged the people of Terai region to adopt precautions and to be protected from heat waves.
Spokesperson at the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology (DHM), Bibhuti Pokharel, said heat waves might take place in Terai areas of Sudurpaschim and Lumbini Provinces for the next three days.
Temperature expected to rise further in Terai over next few day...
She also requested precautions as there is possibility of rise in mercury in Bagmati and Gandaki provinces.
The DHM has forecast that the maximum temperature of Dhangadhi would reach 40 degrees Celsius and 41 degree Celsius in Nepalgunj and Bhairahawa in the next three days.
Similarly, temperature in Birendranagar and Ghorahi would also increase, she said.
Spokesperson Pokharel urged the people of these areas to stay inside the house in the afternoon except for essential works and to drink adequate water to protect from heat.
