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Cyclone Arnab Brings Heavy Rain and Snow to Nepal

Cyclone Arnab is causing moderate to heavy rain and snowfall across several provinces of Nepal.

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Cyclone Arnab delivers strong rain and snow to Kathmandu and other regions.

Rainfall of 50.2 millimetres was measured in a 24‑hour period.

Snowstorms are forecast for high‑altitude Himalayan zones, prompting travel warnings.

The weather system is expected to weaken and become less severe after Saturday.

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Weather officials have recorded over 50 millimetres of rain in one day and warn of snowstorms in high‑altitude Himalayan areas.

Travel advisories recommend tourists avoid mountain treks until conditions improve, with the storm expected to ease after Saturday.

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6 words

cyclone

a large storm system with very strong winds and heavy rain

precipitation

any form of water, such as rain or snow, that falls from the sky

high‑altitude

situated at a great height above sea level, usually in mountains

trek

to walk a long distance, especially in the mountains

province

a large area within a country, similar to a state or region

meteorology

the scientific study of weather and climate

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